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COVID-19: Maldives' death toll reaches 41

An additional COVID-19 death has been recorded in the Maldives.

According to the Health Protection Agency (HPA), a 45 year old local female admitted at the Hulhumale Medical Facility passed away Tuesday afternoon while receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit. According to sources, the deceased was suffering from kidney failure prior to her death. This is the 41st COVID-19 death recorded in the Maldives.

The total number of infections recorded in the Maldives has crossed the 12,000-mark. 830 cases are currently active across 14 islands and 23 resorts.