Coronavirus: 14 More Test Positive

Monday, 6 April 2020 18:13

Another 14 people have tested positive for coronavirus in Jersey, while the number of outstanding tests has plummeted to just 6.

169 tests have now come back positive, with 1,274 negative. Three people have sadly passed away after contracting Covid-19.

66 results were pending around 24 hours ago, compared to 6 now.

19 islanders are currently being treated in hospital.

It's expected that on-island testing will be possible from mid-April.

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.