Michael Ferguson,Acting Premier and Acting Minister for Health
Tasmania has recorded 1,586 new cases overnight.
The total number of active cases currently stands at 9,717 and we now have more than 207,000 Tasmanians who have recovered from COVID-19. There are currently 49 people in hospital being treated specifically for COVID.
Sadly, I can confirm two women have passed away this week: a woman in her late 90s has passed away in the South and a woman in her late 70s has passed away in the North. It has also been reported that a man in his 50s passed away with COVID in the states North on the 6th April 2022.
I extend my sincere condolences to their families, friends, and loved ones.
COVID-19 is currently widespread throughout the nation. We must continue to act to reduce the risk to ourselves and others safe from COVID-19. Public Health has strongly recommended wearing a mask in all indoor public places and on public transport, and in other settings, if you can’t physically distance. Masks must still be worn in all our public hospitals. If you have symptoms, stay home and get tested.
