Dominica records its 12th Case of COVID-19

Dominica recorded its 12th case of COVID 19 on March 30, 2020.

The announcement was made by Dominica’s National Epidemiologist (Ag) Dr. Shulladin Ahmed at a press briefing on Monday. The patient is a 70-year-old female who has been hospitalized.

Dr. Ahmed further noted that a total of 37 contacts have been traced from three index cases, of which 17 were tested, 9 were positive and 8 negative.  Twenty-nine contacts were traced from 9 COVID-19 positive cases; 24 were tested with negative results, but remain in home quarantine for 14 days.

In a radio interview on March 30, 2020, Prime Minister of Dominica, Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit hinted that curfew measures may be extended with special consideration given to certain activities to be undertaken within a specific timeframe.