'Self-isolate if you have COVID-19'- Dr Ronald E. Georges
Dr Georges said while the disease is no longer a global health emergency and infection rates, hospitalisation and deaths are at the lowest levels in two years, persons are still advised to self-isolate.
‘Exposure risk will vary based on multiple factors’- Dr Georges
The CMO in a Government Information Service (GIS) press release today, July 11, 2023, stated, “COVID-19 continues to be present albeit at much lower levels than previously. Exposure risk will vary based on multiple factors and most persons who test positive with the disease continue to have mild disease.”
According to Dr Georges, factors that increase the risk of severe disease are persons 50 years and older, those with immunocompromised or weakened immune systems and individuals with underlying health conditions, especially diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
Persons who are concerned or have symptoms of the disease should conduct a home test or visit a healthcare provider who can carry out a COVID-19 rapid test.
“Those who have tested positive for COVID-19 should see their physician or general practitioner to obtain the necessary sick leave certificate to facilitate home self-isolation,” Dr Georges advised. He added, “Individuals who test positive should also take the necessary precautions to protect others in their household and refrain from contact with persons outside their household until symptoms have cleared.”
Who are at high risk?
Elderly persons with chronic disease or those in care homes are at high risk of severe COVID-19 symptoms or complications and should consider wearing a properly fitted mask and getting vaccinated against the disease.
COVID-19 vaccinations are available through the BVI Health Services Authority by calling the Road Town Clinic at telephone number 284-852-6566.
The community is encouraged to wash hands frequently and properly cover coughs and sneezes to reduce the risk of infection and transmission.
7,305 confirmed cases, 64 deaths
The Government of the Virgin Islands has seemingly stopped providing regular COVID-19 updates; however, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the [British] Virgin Islands has had 7,305 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 64 deaths, between January 3, 2020, to July 5, 2023.
According to WHO, as of 2 June 2023, a total of 41,453 vaccine doses have been administered in the VI.
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Most people infected with the virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. However, some will become seriously ill and require medical attention. Older people and those with underlying medical conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, or cancer are more likely to develop serious illness. Anyone can get sick with COVID-19 and become seriously ill or die at any age.
The best way to prevent and slow down transmission is to be well informed about the disease and how the virus spreads. Protect yourself and others from infection by staying at least 1 metre apart from others, wearing a properly fitted mask, and washing your hands or using an alcohol-based rub frequently. Get vaccinated when it’s your turn and follow local guidance.
The virus can spread from an infected person’s mouth or nose in small liquid particles when they cough, sneeze, speak, sing or breathe. These particles range from larger respiratory droplets to smaller aerosols. It is important to practice respiratory etiquette, for example by coughing into a flexed elbow, and to stay home and self-isolate until you recover if you feel unwell.
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