GOJ Min 2 March 14

The security forces have started checking the addresses of persons who returned to the island between March 18 and 24 and have ignored persistent calls for them to self-identify and self-quarantine for two weeks.

The Government is acquiring 105 additional ventilators to boost the number of machines in the public health sector as well as the country’s capacity to treat persons infected with COVID-19.

Harsher penalties are coming for travelers who entered the island during the period March 18 to 24 and have still not reported to the Ministry of Health and Wellness. These persons may contact the Ministry at 888-ONE-LOVE.

Jamaica’s air and seaports will remain closed to incoming passengers for 14 more days, as part of measures by the Government to contain the spread of the coronavirus.

The first patient to have recovered from the COVID-19 in Jamaica, says he had a good experience compared to others around him and is now ready to go back to work.

Minister of Health and Wellness Dr. Christopher Tufton says his team is in the final stages of developing a multifaceted plan to address COVID-19 concerns relating to densely populated areas across the country.