Total number of COVID-19 related deaths rises to 25

The Ministry of Health has reported one new COVID-19 related death, and they have also reported that there are 331 new COVID-19 cases.

In the latest Situational Report issued by the Ministry of Health (M.O.H.) which covers the period of 15th to the 18th of May, new COVID-19 related death was identified in this reporting period.

"The deceased, a 64 year old male with known comorbidities. He was fully vaccinated, and had also done a booster. Out of respect for the families and relatives, we will not be making any further comments," the report reads.

The M.O.H. had also reported that there are 331 new COVID-19 cases, 325 are community cases while 6 new cases were detected at the border.

"This takes the total number of positive cases (both community and border cases) in Samoa to 12,382. There are seven (7) patients currently in managed isolation at Moto’otua Hospital," the report reads.

The Ministry also stated in the report that vaccinations remains the country's best defense against the virus.

"Please visit the nearest hospital if you have not done your first or second dose, as well as a booster. Keeping our aiga and loved ones safe is everyone’s responsibility," the report reads.