86 new cases of COVID-19 was traced
The data was gathered in two different batches that resulted in a total of 257 samples that was administered on Wednesday August 12.
The full breakdown is as follows –
A total of 86 samples are positive with geographic breakdown as follows:
– 1 case in Corozal (contact of a previous case)
– 2 in Caye Caulker
– 6 in Belize City
– 8 cases in Stann Creek District (2 related to previous identified case in Stann Creek and 6 as imported cases)
– 28 in Orange Walk (mostly related to construction site in San Pedro)
– 41 in San Pedro
The majority of these cases are related to previously identified cases and underscores the value of contact tracing that continues.
We have to commend the tireless work of the staff on the ground that remains alert and actively seeking more cases and the tireless effort of health staff.
Throughout the day tomorrow, we will be providing further details of the cases.
Note that the infographic now has the cases for San Pedro separately, the cases for Caye Caulker would be included in the Belize District tally.
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