29 new COVID-19 cases in Jamaica, no death reported
COVID-19, Latest News, News
November 17, 2021

29 new COVID-19 cases in Jamaica, no death reported

KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Ministry of Health and Wellness reported 29 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, November 16, bringing the local infection total to 90,370.

The new cases comprise 15 females and 14 males with ages ranging from 31 days to 82 years. 

The cases were recorded in St Catherine (seven), Kingston and St Andrew (six), St Mary (five), St James (four), Clarendon (two), Hanover (two), St Ann (two) and St Elizabeth (one).

In the meantime, 114 more people recovered in the last 24 hours, bringing total recoveries to 61,138.

Currently, 182 people are hospitalised, 29 of which are severely ill, while eight are critically ill and 49 are moderately ill.

img img
0 Comments · Make a comment

ALSO ON JAMAICA OBSERVER

Rhianna Phipps, Kavian Kerr set meet records in Nebraska
Latest News, Sports
Rhianna Phipps, Kavian Kerr set meet records in Nebraska
December 13, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica— Former Jamaican junior representatives Rhianna Phipps and Kavian Kerr, both of the University of Nebraska, set meet records at Frid...
CAC urges consumers to shop smart this yuletide season
Latest News, News
CAC urges consumers to shop smart this yuletide season
December 13, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica— The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging consumers to shop smart this holiday season. “Consumers should not face too much di...
Guardiola needs Man City stars to return as crisis mounts
Latest News, Sports
Guardiola needs Man City stars to return as crisis mounts
December 13, 2024
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)— Pep Guardiola admits troubled Manchester City will not recapture their peak form until his injury-plagued side are final...
New York doctor sued for mailing abortion pills to Texas woman
International News, Latest News
New York doctor sued for mailing abortion pills to Texas woman
December 13, 2024
HOUSTON, United States (AFP)— The Republican attorney general of Texas has filed a lawsuit against a New York doctor who mailed abortion pills to a wo...
Forex: J$156.76 to one US dollar
Latest News
Forex: J$156.76 to one US dollar
December 13, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Friday, December 13 ended trading at $156.76 down by 2 cents according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange tr...

HOUSE RULES

  1. We welcome reader comments on the top stories of the day. Some comments may be republished on the website or in the newspaper; email addresses will not be published.
  2. Please understand that comments are moderated and it is not always possible to publish all that have been submitted. We will, however, try to publish comments that are representative of all received.
  3. We ask that comments are civil and free of libellous or hateful material. Also please stick to the topic under discussion.
  4. Please do not write in block capitals since this makes your comment hard to read.
  5. Please don't use the comments to advertise. However, our advertising department can be more than accommodating if emailed: advertising@jamaicaobserver.com.
  6. If readers wish to report offensive comments, suggest a correction or share a story then please email: community@jamaicaobserver.com.
  7. Lastly, read our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy

Polls

Recent Posts

Archives

Logo Jamaica Observer
Breaking news from the premier Jamaican newspaper, the Jamaica Observer. Follow Jamaican news online for free and stay informed on what's happening in the Caribbean
Featured Tags
Categories
Ads
img
Jamaica Observer, © All Rights Reserved