Six more COVID-19 deaths, 561 new cases

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Six more COVID-19 deaths, 561 new cases

Jamaica on Monday recorded six more COVID-19 deaths, pushing the tally to 460. Those who have died are: 1. A 71-year-old man from Trelawny 2. A 78-year-old male from Trelawny 3. A 36-year-old woman from St James 4. An 81-year-old man from Trelawny...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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