Today we are reporting 9,109 community cases, 481 hospitalisations and 20 deaths. Today’s seven-day rolling average of community case numbers is 7,943 – last Tuesday it was 8,085.
With the new school term underway, it’s a timely reminder for people to continue to follow public health advice to stay at home and stay away from school or work if you’re feeling unwell.
Another way to protect you and your whānau is to get vaccinated if you haven’t already done so. Vaccination remains our best defence against COVID-19 and getting boosted is an important way people can protect themselves, their whānau and their friends from the virus.
Please if you are due for a vaccination, whether it be a second shot or booster, make an appointment today. COVID-19 deaths Today we are sadly reporting the deaths of 20 people with COVID-19.