As of June 2, Liberia has recorded 296 confirmed Coronavirus cases since the first index case was reported on March 16. The relatively low number of cases, in a region not particularly known for its robust health system, begs the question: Is Liberia testing enough, or are health authorities still missing many cases due to a lack of tests?
Health Worker Tests Positive of COVID-19 in Lofa, as Adherence to Protocols Wanes
A health worker at the Tellewoyan Memorial Hospital in Voinjama has tested positive of COVID-19, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in Lofa to three.
We-Care Foundation Adjusts Family Literacy Program to Keep Children Learning During COVID-19
After years of running a Family Literacy Initiative that trained parents to prepare their children for formal schooling, the We-Care Foundation has shifted its activities to ensure that its trainers maintain social distance with beneficiaries while still ensuring that the children continue learning.
Voinjama Market Day Moved to Open Field Due to COVID-19, Annoying Traders
To ensure social distancing during market day, authorities in Voinjama have asked traders to use an open sports field to set up their market, instead of convening at the Voinjama Central Market, which often becomes overcrowded.
Lofa Authorities Announce Second COVID-19 Case
Just hours after the announcement of Lofa’s first COVID-19 case, health authorities in Lofa have announced that a second person has died from the virus.
Lofa County Health Team Announces First COVID-19 Case
The Lofa County Health Team has announced its first COVID-19 confirmed case from Foya District.
At Clinics in Rural Montserrado and Margibi, a Reduction in Women Seeking Antenatal Care
Pregnant women living in Margibi and rural Montserrado are staying away from health facilities in significant numbers during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to accounts from officials at health facilities in these areas.
Grand Bassa Health Officer and Eight Senior Health Officials in COVID-19 Isolation
Grand Bassa’s county health officer, Dr. Anthony Tucker, and eight senior health personnel in the county have gone into isolation at the ArcelorMittal concession area in Buchanan.