One further death from Covid-19 announced on Island

Friday, 15 May 2020 18:22

Announcement made by Health Minister David Ashford

There has been a further death in the community on the Isle of Man as a result of Covid-19.

Health Minister David Ashford made the announcement at today's government media conference:

The number of Covid-19 cases confirmed on the Island has also risen by two today, bringing the total to 334.

There are currently 21 active cases and there are ten people are being treated at Noble's Hospital.

There have been 24 deaths now in total; 18 in the community and six in hospital.

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