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The Ministry of Health and Wellness Announces Rapid Testing Results Now Included in the Daily Infographics

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The Ministry of Health and Wellness hereby informs the public that the daily infographic has been modified and will include the antigen rapid testing results for COVID-19 starting December 3, 2020.
Due to this increased testing, the total number of COVID-19 cases has also increased and is being reflected in today’s infographic. This daily report will also include the new cases, the total number of cases countrywide, as well as a heat map providing the geographic areas and communities mostly affected.
Please be reminded that the use of this antigen testing kit will ONLY be recommended for persons who are:
I) Symptomatic
II) Close contacts of a confirmed case
Especially during this holiday season, the public is urged to continue to properly wear a face mask in public, maintain consistent physical distancing, and wash and sanitize hands often. The Ministry reminds the public to be safe and stay at home unless conducting essential business.

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