Limpopo has recorded its third Covid-19 death in 41 cases.
"This is a third death in the province since the start of Covid-19 pandemic. To date, 41 cases have been recorded cumulatively with only 10 cases remaining active and in isolation and 28 recovered. The recorded death is again from the private sector ([Netcare Pholoso] and the deceased is a 76-year-old male with a known heart problem who needed an emergency, life- saving procedure to keep his heart working,"she said.
Ramathuba added," Unfortunately he passed away whilst busy with the operation. He had also tested positive for Covid-19 and therefore reported as a coronavirus death." She said currently there were no Covid-19 patients admitted in Limpopo hospitals, both public and private. The department said active surveillance is on-going through household screening program.
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