Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Health, announced in a press conference on Wednesday evening, that an elderly Gozitan woman aged 92, has become the first patient to lose her life to the Covid-19 virus.
She passed away at the Gozo General Hospital on Wednesday afternoon, and had underlying medical conditions, including kidney and heart conditions.
Dr Fearne expressed sadness at announcing the news and offered his condolences to the elderly woman’s family and friends.
He added that every effort is being done to protect the vulnerable, and appealed to everyone to work together to slow the spread of the virus, particularly during the coming days which are normally a time when families come together, however this year, these gatherings must be avoided, Dr Fearne said.
Superintendent of Public Health Prof Charmaine Gauci speaking during the press conference said that she was saddened by the news, the elderly with underlying conditions are at greater risk, she said, urging the public to help stop the spread of the virus by following the directives issued by authorities.
Dr Fearne explained that it is expected that elderly residents in Sant Anna will be transferred to a hotel in Victoria around the middle of this month, this follows an agreement between Steward Health Care and the Ministry for Gozo.
PN statement
PN Leader Adrian Delia has expressed his sadness at the elderly woman’s death, both personally and on behalf of the Nationalist Party.
He said that the Nationalist Party “extends sincere and deep condolences to her family.”
“More than ever, we must also express our utmost solidarity as one people and unreservedly call on all people to follow the directives and recommendations made by the health authorities,” said The PN Leader.
Message from Gozo Minister
Minister for Gozo Clint Camilleri expressed his sadness at the news of the elderly woman’s death and extended his condolences to her family.
The Minister reiterated that as in recent weeks he would continue putting Gozitans health first and foremost.
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Minister for Gozo Clint Camilleri expressed his sadness at the news of the elderly woman’s death and extended his condolences to her family.
The Minister reiterated that as in recent weeks he would continue putting Gozitans health first and foremost.
… The who says that 65-year-olds cannot take a walk, while hunters can roam freely, and people can visit their relatives on Gozo.