Statement on behalf of Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC)
Dr. Albert Duncan, SLBMC Medical Director said:
We can confirm that sadly, a patient, who tested positive for COVID-19, has died at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. Here are the details:
Sex: Female
Age: 85 (with multiple comorbidities)
Admitted: September 7 (respiratory distress)
Date/Time of Death: October 1 at 3:39pm
Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated
“Our thoughts and condolences remain with the patient’s family and loved ones at this difficult time.”
Important safety measures that have been scientifically-proven to reduce the spread of COVID-19, includes:
Wearing a mask
Practicing social distancing
Avoiding large gatherings
SLBMC encourages all eligible residents to get the COVID-19 vaccine and encourage eligible family members and friends to join them in getting the vaccine.
The media are asked to respect the wishes of the family, and the interests of staff at the hospital to avoid any disruption to operational services.
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