Daily average number of Covid-19 cases on the decrease

A109 Light Utility Helicopter flight with mayor Gisborne City from the air in November 2023.

The latest Covid-19 update from Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Tairāwhiti shows case numbers are trending downward with the daily average at just over 12.3.

Between eight and 23 cases were reported as of Friday last week. No one was in Gisborne Hospital  with Covid.

“If you are feeling sick, please stay home and test yourself,” a Health NZ Tairāwhiti spokeswoman said.

“You must isolate for seven days if you test positive.

“Please report your results online or call 0800 222 478 — it’s very important we track the spread of the virus.

“If you do test positive, get antiviral medication if you’re eligible,” she said.

“Mask up in healthcare services, residential care and some disability settings.

“We also strongly encourage you to wear a mask when visiting high-risk whānau, or in closed, crowded and confined spaces, especially on public transport.”

The community vaccination and collection centre at 295 Palmerston Road is open weekdays, 9am to 4.30pm, for Covid vaccinations and free RATs. Walk-ins are welcome.

Anyone who needs advice can call 0800 TAKATU (825 288) to talk to Tairāwhiti health professionals.