The Ministry of Health confirms new positive COVID-19 cases have been detected.
Ag. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Priya Laloo stresses that while the virus is present, the situation is being closely monitored, and there is no need for panic or hysteria.
00:00Chief Medical Officer Dr. Priya Lalu says COVID-19 remains very much with us and reminds the public that it is a circulating virus.
00:11She notes that spikes are to be expected from time to time, but assures that at present there is no cause for concern in Trinidad and Tobago.
00:20In Trinidad and Tobago, the cases remain relatively low for the months of January to July. We've had an average of confirmed cases of about 1 to 14 every month. Those are PCR confirmed cases. We have any spikes in terms of hospital admissions or ICU admissions to say that there is any public health threat or public health concern at this time.
00:44Dr. Lalu acknowledges that COVID-19 variants are being closely monitored internationally by the World Health Organization. However, she says that based on local testing, these new variants have not been detected in TNT. Still, she urges citizens to pay attention for any signs or symptoms of infection.
01:05What has been reported is that especially with the new circulating strains, there is an undeniable severe sore throat. So in addition to the fever, the continuous cough, the general feeling of unwell, most patients, or a lot of patients I should say, are experiencing a very severe sore throat that would probably clue you into the fact that yes, maybe I should do a home test or I should go to my nearest health facility.
01:33Dr. Lalu says that those who have been vaccinated are likely to experience milder symptoms. However, she urges caution for individuals over 65 or with pre-existing health conditions. She also advises employers to make provisions for staff who test positive to work from home, ensuring both safety and continuity.
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