 As of May 25, 2020, the World Health Organization reported a total of 5,304,772 confirmed cases of COVID-19 globally, with 342,029 deaths. There are now 2,395,295 confirmed cases in the region of the Americas. As of May 26, 2020, St. Lucia has recorded a total of 18 confirmed cases of COVID-19. All 18 cases are fully recovered. Test results received on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 for 26 samples are all negative. St. Lucia has carried out a total of 924 tests conducted to date. This week, we continue testing at the community level and our frontline workers. As we prepare for the first opening of the increasing sectors, we continue to guide the public on measures to reduce the transmission of COVID-19. We continue to request that every individual practices a standard recommendation to prevent the spread of infection. These include regular hand washing with soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizers where soap and water is not available, cover their mouth and nose with disposable tissues when coughing and sneezing, also avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing, wear your homemade mask or cloth mask whenever going out from home, and maintain a six-foot distance when in public, even while wearing a mask. Also seek medical attention if you have symptoms of respiratory illness, either during or after travel, refrain from touching items unless you intend to buy them when you are out shopping. The Department of Health and Wellness will continue to provide regular updates on COVID-19.