Coronavirus: Another Person Dies

Thursday, 23 April 2020 14:54

The number of people who've died after contracting coronavirus in Jersey is up to 19.

Another 19 people have tested positive for Covid-19, bringing the total up to 276.

161 people have now recovered - an increase of 10.

2,037 tests have come back negative and 31 results are pending.

In its latest update, the government says 14 people are currently being treated in hospital and 136 beds are available - 13 more than yesterday.

Coronavirus Advice

If you think you might have the virus, you should self-isolate and call the Health Department's coronavirus helpline:

01534 445566

It's open every day between 8am and 8pm. Calls outside these times, or when the line is engaged, won't be answered straight away - but we're told to leave a message and Health officials will call you back.

Please don't visit your GP or the Emergency Department at the General Hospital if you think you have the virus.

Coronavirus symptoms are similar to that of the flu - a combination of a cough, fever and aching muscles. If you've had any symptoms, even if you haven't travelled abroad, we're being told to self-isolate until they clear up (for a minimum of seven days).

Anyone who has come into contact with a person confirmed to have the coronavirus should stay in self-isolation for at least 14 days.

All the latest information can be found on Gov.je.