Officials of the Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment, has confirmed that COVID-19 cases are now being seen in health districts all across Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
In a virtual press conference held on Tuesday, 26th January 2021; Epidemiologist, Ms. Tamara Bobb, updated the nation on the distribution of Covid-19 cases with no travel history. Ms. Bobb revealed that 47% of females, compared to 35% of males, are infected with Covid-19; while the gender for 18% of cases cannot be identified.
The Epidemiologist also disclosed that most persons who become infected are between the ages of 25 to 44. This age group accounts for 37.5% of all cases with no travel history. The 15– 24 age group has 12.9% of cases, while the 45-54 age group has 11.9% of cases. According to Ms. Bobb, cases have been recorded in all age groups.
The Epidemiologist indicated that over 50% of the cases reside in the Calliaqua, Pembroke and Georgetown Health Districts. The Calliaqua Health District currently has the majority of cases (20.1%). This District spans Arnos Vale to Stubbs, while the Pembroke (Campden Park to Barroullie), and Georgetown Health Districts (Georgetown to Fancy), accounts for 19% and 16% of cases, respectively. Ms. Bobb noted that Covid-19 cases are present in all districts so precaution must be taken.
According to the Epidemiologist, a preliminary analysis of the data has been done, and further analysis is yet to be initiated after additional information is obtained.
SOURCE: Agency for Public Information (API)
Ministry of Health