Jeremy Rockliff,Premier
Minister for Health
Tasmania has recorded 1,662 new cases overnight.
The total number of active cases currently stands at 10,434 and we now have more than 200,000 Tasmanians who have recovered from COVID-19.
There are currently 35 people in hospital being treated specifically for COVID.
Public Health officials have previously explained that fluctuations in daily case numbers are a part of living with COVID and it remains our collective responsibility to look out for one another by continuing to follow COVID-safe behaviours.
Sadly, I can confirm two men in the State's North have passed away, one aged in his late 70's and the other in his 90's.
I extend my sincere condolences to their family, friends, and loved ones.
With COVID still circulating in our community it's important to continue following the COVID-safe behaviours - practice good hand hygiene, follow social distancing and I'd encourage you to wearing a mask when you can't, test when you have symptoms and stay home when you are unwell.
And the most important thing you can continue to do to protect yourself, your family and the community is to roll up your sleeves and get vaccinated when you are due.
If you haven't already, make a booking with one of the many providers across the state and get your vaccination as soon as possible.
