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Montserrat has confirmed its first case of coronavirus\/COVID -19.<\/p>

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The Minister of Health, Charles Kirnon made the announcement during a news conference held by officials of the island\u2019s Ministry of Health.<\/p>\n

Kirnon said three suspected cases were sent abroad for testing and one was returned positive. That individual is now under quarantine.<\/p>

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Health officials said other persons are currently in quarantine, though they did not reveal the exact number.<\/p>

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Kirnon also stated that his ministry is receiving assistance from the UK in dealing with the COVID-19 contagion.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The message from Montserrat\u2019s Ministry of Health to the general public now that COVID-19 has been confirmed on Montserrat is to stay vigilant; practice social distancing \u2014 at least two meters if persons exhibit signs of cold, cough, flu. Practice good hygiene, and to stay away from public gatherings.<\/p>\n

A flu clinic is to be opened from tomorrow on the island, stated Ministry officials.<\/p>

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