March 2021

Two Visitors Test Positive for COVID-19 – Four Active Cases on Island

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Two adult visitors from the United States, a male and a female from the same household in the US, tested positive for COVID-19 yesterday, March 27th. They arrived in Anguilla on March 22nd having submitted negative COVID-19 PCR test result prior to arrival. They were subsequently tested upon arrival as per the established protocol and those tests were also negative. Yesterday, they were informed that several members of their household in the United States had tested positive for COVID-19. Both reported mild symptoms at that time and both tested positive for COVID-19. They remain in isolation at an approved location. This brings the total number of confirmed cases to 25 with four active cases on island at this time.

The Ministry assures the general public that all protocols for testing, quarantine/isolation and contact tracing are being followed to minimize the risk of transmission.

The ongoing and significant threat of the importation of COVID-19 cases is undeniable and cannot be ignored. The Ministry therefore continues to stress the importance of our stringent entry testing and quarantine protocols, which have limited the spread of COVID-19 in Anguilla and protected us from the negative health impacts. However, at this juncture, vaccinations remain a critical component to permit the full and safe re-opening of Anguilla to passenger travel. The Ministry of Health is once again appealing to persons to get vaccinated before the full re-opening of Anguilla.

While we get our vaccine coverage up to the critical mass, the Ministry of Health reminds the public to continue practicing hygienic measures to protect against COVID-19. These include:

• Frequent Handwashing; if water is unavailable utilize an alcohol-based hand rub.

• Covering coughs or sneezes with a disposable tissue or in the crook of a flexed elbow.

• Avoiding contact with persons who are ill with symptoms of acute respiratory infections such as fever or cough.

• Regularly cleaning surfaces and objects that are frequently touched or handled.

Questions or concerns can be directed to the Ministry’s hotlines at 476-7627, that is 476 SOAP or 584-4263, that is 584-HAND. Additionally, persons who have been vaccinated and experience any side effects or adverse reactions are encouraged to report this at 235-4357, that is 235-HELP. The Ministry of Health will continue to provide timely updates through our media partners, our official Facebook page or at www.beatcovid19.ai. our media partners.