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Update: COVID-19 and Gastroenteritis

Published: Aug. 16, 2023, 1:07 p.m.

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Saint Lucia continues to record confirmed cases of COVID-19 despite a generally low testing rate. Currently the dominant variant of COVID-19 in Saint Lucia is an omicron sub-variant called XBB.1.5. Over the last three weeks, we note increased numbers of persons with respiratory illness presenting at both public and private health facilities.

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Subsequent to a statement released on July 15 regarding a surge in the number of cases of gastroenteritis, the Ministry of Health continues to record increases. In the weeks post Carnival (July 23 \\u2013 Aug. 5) a significant increase in cases of gastroenteritis was noted. A 71 percent increase in cases was recorded.

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For complete details, visit: https://www.govt.lc/news/covid-19-and-gastroenteritis-update

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