MINISTRY OF HEALTH'S COVID-19 UPDATE #677

The Ministry of Health advises the public that as at 12am on 17th January 2022:

OVER THE PAST 24HRS No (0) NEW cases of COVID-19 have been identified.

The number of Active confirmed cases in the TCI now stands at five hundred and five (505).

Four hundred and nine (409) New recoveries.

Twenty-four (24) new PCR test conducted.

One thousand and sixty-eight (1068) new Antigen test have been recorded.

Seven (7) persons hospitalized.

No (0) NEW COVID-19 related Death has been recorded. Total number of covid-19 related deaths stands at thirty (30).

The public is strongly urged to follow all health advice and guidelines from the Ministry, especially as we progress with the phased reopening.

Please note the following definitions:

  • A suspected person is someone who meets the case definition as outlined by WHO and CARPHA - and is experiencing symptoms.
  • A person in quarantine is an individual on island who may have come in proximity to suspected or confirmed cases - and have not exhibited symptoms.

Let's continue to reduce the risk by:

  1. Washing our hands for 20secs or more.
  2. Wearing of masks required in public.
  3. Practicing social distancing.
  4. Prepare your home, office and other surroundings by following the advice of the Ministry of Health and other credible health agencies.
  5. Cover your coughs and sneezes (use your elbow or a tissue which should be properly disposed of).
  6. Keep frequently touched surfaces clean e.g. tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks.
  7. Protect those who are vulnerable in the community such as the elderly or those with underlying health conditions.
  8. Do not discriminate against persons who have or are suspected of having COVID-19.

For more information, please visit the Ministry of Health website, www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus; email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; or call our hotline numbers, (649) 232-9444 and (649) 333-0911, if you or someone you know has symptoms or signs of COVID-19.

MINISTRY OF HEALTH'S COVID-19 UPDATE #676

The Ministry of Health advises the public that as at 12am on 16th January 2022:

OVER THE PAST 24HRS eighty-five (85) NEW cases of COVID-19 have been identified.

The number of Active confirmed cases in the TCI stands at nine hundred and fourteen (914).

Six (6) New recoveries.

One hundred and fourteen (114) new PCR test conducted.

Eight hundred and thirty-one (831) new Antigen test have been recorded.

Nine (9) persons hospitalized.

No (0) NEW COVID-19 related Death has been recorded. Total number of covid-19 related deaths stands at thirty (30).

The public is strongly urged to follow all health advice and guidelines from the Ministry, especially as we progress with the phased reopening.

Please note the following definitions:

  • A suspected person is someone who meets the case definition as outlined by WHO and CARPHA - and is experiencing symptoms.
  • A person in quarantine is an individual on island who may have come in proximity to suspected or confirmed cases - and have not exhibited symptoms.

Let's continue to reduce the risk by:

  1. Washing our hands for 20secs or more.
  2. Wearing of masks required in public.
  3. Practicing social distancing.
  4. Prepare your home, office and other surroundings by following the advice of the Ministry of Health and other credible health agencies.
  5. Cover your coughs and sneezes (use your elbow or a tissue which should be properly disposed of).
  6. Keep frequently touched surfaces clean e.g. tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks.
  7. Protect those who are vulnerable in the community such as the elderly or those with underlying health conditions.
  8. Do not discriminate against persons who have or are suspected of having COVID-19.

For more information, please visit the Ministry of Health website, www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus; email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; or call our hotline numbers, (649) 232-9444 and (649) 333-0911, if you or someone you know has symptoms or signs of COVID-19.

MINISTRY OF HEALTH'S COVID-19 UPDATE #675

The Ministry of Health advises the public that as at 12am on 15th January 2022:

OVER THE PAST 24HRS sixty-nine (69) NEW cases of COVID-19 have been identified.

The number of Active confirmed cases in the TCI stands at eight hundred and thirty-five (835).

Forty (40) New recoveries.

One hundred and forty-nine (149) new PCR test conducted.

One thousand four hundred and sixty-nine (1469) new Antigen test have been recorded.

Nine (9) persons hospitalized.

No (0) NEW COVID-19 related Death has been recorded. Total number of covid-19 related deaths stands at thirty (30).

The public is strongly urged to follow all health advice and guidelines from the Ministry, especially as we progress with the phased reopening.

Please note the following definitions:

  • A suspected person is someone who meets the case definition as outlined by WHO and CARPHA - and is experiencing symptoms.
  • A person in quarantine is an individual on island who may have come in proximity to suspected or confirmed cases - and have not exhibited symptoms.

Let's continue to reduce the risk by:

  1. Washing our hands for 20secs or more.
  2. Wearing of masks required in public.
  3. Practicing social distancing.
  4. Prepare your home, office and other surroundings by following the advice of the Ministry of Health and other credible health agencies.
  5. Cover your coughs and sneezes (use your elbow or a tissue which should be properly disposed of).
  6. Keep frequently touched surfaces clean e.g. tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks.
  7. Protect those who are vulnerable in the community such as the elderly or those with underlying health conditions.
  8. Do not discriminate against persons who have or are suspected of having COVID-19.

For more information, please visit the Ministry of Health website, www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus; email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; or call our hotline numbers, (649) 232-9444 and (649) 333-0911, if you or someone you know has symptoms or signs of COVID-19.

MINISTRY OF HEALTH'S COVID-19 UPDATE #674

The Ministry of Health advises the public that as at 12am on 14th January 2022:

OVER THE PAST 24HRS Two hundred and twenty-five (225) NEW cases of COVID-19 have been identified.

The number of Active confirmed cases in the TCI stands at eight hundred and six (806).

Two hundred and fifty-seven (257) New recoveries.

Two hundred and ninety-three (293) new PCR test conducted.

Five hundred and fifty-one (551) new Antigen test have been recorded.

Seven (7) persons hospitalized.

Two (2) NEW COVID-19 related Death have been recorded. Total number of covid-19 related deaths stands at thirty (30).

The public is strongly urged to follow all health advice and guidelines from the Ministry, especially as we progress with the phased reopening.

Please note the following definitions:

  • A suspected person is someone who meets the case definition as outlined by WHO and CARPHA - and is experiencing symptoms.
  • A person in quarantine is an individual on island who may have come in proximity to suspected or confirmed cases - and have not exhibited symptoms.

Let's continue to reduce the risk by:

  1. Washing our hands for 20secs or more.
  2. Wearing of masks required in public.
  3. Practicing social distancing.
  4. Prepare your home, office and other surroundings by following the advice of the Ministry of Health and other credible health agencies.
  5. Cover your coughs and sneezes (use your elbow or a tissue which should be properly disposed of).
  6. Keep frequently touched surfaces clean e.g. tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks.
  7. Protect those who are vulnerable in the community such as the elderly or those with underlying health conditions.
  8. Do not discriminate against persons who have or are suspected of having COVID-19.

For more information, please visit the Ministry of Health website, www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus; email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; or call our hotline numbers, (649) 232-9444 and (649) 333-0911, if you or someone you know has symptoms or signs of COVID-19.

Date Change for Introduction of New Regulations

The Executive Government (Cabinet) wishes to advise the general public that all Regulations that were due to come into force on 14th January 2022 has now been revised for 21st January 2022. These are specifically in reference to the following:

  1. Public and Environmental Health Regulations (Amendments) 2022
  2. Arriving Passengers Health Clearance (Amendments) 2022