Saint Lucia's National Epidemiologist, Dr. Michelle Francois, says that inactive telephone numbers make it difficult for the Island's COVID-19 contact tracing team to reach individuals. In a statement Friday evening, Francois explained that once someone tests positive for COVID-19, they are assigned a contact tracer who informs them of the positive result, collects data on exposure and contacts, and provides guidance on testing ways to keep their family safe. ' Please note that contact is made based on the information provided at the testing site,' Francois stated. As a result, she explained it was important for people who access testing
