Another 2 cases of Covid have been recorded in Orkney bringing the cumulative total so far to 53
More Positive Cases Recorded in Orkney #Covid Update
Cases in Orkney Continue to Rise #Covid Update
Two more cases have been added to the cumulative total for Orkney bringing that to 51.
Cases Increase Across the Whole of Scotland: #Covid Update
In Orkney the cumulative total now stands at 49, and although the lowest in the country no one in the islands should become complacent.
Over 80% of Care Home Residents Vaccinated with First Dose #Covid Update
Over 80% of residents in our care homes have already received their first vaccinations and over half of staff in those care homes have also been vaccinated.
Covid Cases on the Rise in Orkney
Orkney which for so long had few Covid positive cases has seen recent increases and today, 9th of January, has recorded a cumulative total of 45.
Positive Covid Cases Recorded In All Of Scotland’s Health Board Areas Today
Every Health Board in Scotland has recorded positive test results for Covid today, 8th of January. Orkney’s cumulative total now stands at 42.
Orkney Records New Positive Cases of #Covid
The public is being urged to not drop their guard as positive cases of Covid19 continue to rise. Today’s figures also saw the first increase in Orkney for several days bringing in the cumulative total in the islands to 41.
Tougher Restrictions and Extension to Schools Closure
Orkney is to remain in Level 3 and mainland Scotland in Level 4 but with increased limitations and which activities can take place.
Stay On Your Guard #Covid19 Update As Every Health Board Area in Scotland Shows Increase
The rise in positive cases across every Health Board area in Scotland is why it is so important for everyone to continue to take care when they are out and about.
Maree Todd MSP: “Stay Safe” This Christmas
“I was delighted to see the Covid-19 vaccine arrive in Orkney last week. It is heartening that frontline NHS and care workers are being prioritised, no matter where they live.”
