Region Seven’s COVID-19 cases continuing to rise

The COVID-19 situation in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) is not improving, according to Regional Health Officer Dr. Edward Sagala.

In an update, Sagala on Monday reported that the situation is not showing any improvement as the region had recorded 135 positive cases of the virus.

The update stated that there were nine areas in the region that have recorded cases of the virus: Bartica, which has recorded 15 cases; Aranka, 49; Devil’s Hole, 23; Big  Hope, 2; Batavia, 19; New Found Out, 9; Agatash, 4; Melangree 5; and River’s View, 1.