Acrhive of COVID updates August 2021 to May 2022

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Travel to Aruba – Archive August 2021 – May 2022

May 20, 2022 – During the period May 13 – May 20, active cases increased to 295 with 623 new cases, 609 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between May 13th and May 20th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 295 (196 residents and 99 non-residents) with 623 new cases (363 residents and 260 non-residents) and 609 recoveries. The total cases to date is 36316 (30756 residents and 5560 non-residents). The total recovered is 35808 (30352 residents and 5456 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 213 (208 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 4 persons hospitalized (4 in Aruba and 0 in Colombia), none of whom are in intensive care.

May 13, 2022 – During the period May 7 – May 13, active cases increased to 281 with 504 new cases, 425 recoveries and 1 death registered.  Between May 7th and May 13th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 281 (209 residents and 72 non-residents) with 504 new cases (350 residents and 154 non-residents) and 425 recoveries. The total cases to date is 35693 (30393 residents and 5300 non-residents). The total recovered is 35199 (29976 residents and 5223 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 213 (208 residents and 5 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the family of the deceased. There are currently 3 persons hospitalized (3 in Aruba and 0 in Colombia), one of whom is in intensive care.

May 6, 2022 – During the period Apr 29 – May 6, active cases increased to 203 with 343 new cases, 256 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between April 23rd and May 6th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 203 (152 residents and 51 non-residents) with 343 new cases (218 residents and 125 non-residents) and 256 recoveries. The total cases to date is 35189 (30043 residents and 5146 non-residents). The total recovered is 34774 (29684 residents and 5090 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 4 persons hospitalized (4 in Aruba and 0 in Colombia), none of whom are in intensive care.

April 29, 2022 – During the period Apr 23 – Apr 29, active cases decreased to 118  with 257 new cases, 267 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between April 22nd and April 29th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 118 (66 residents and 52 non-residents) with 257 new cases (133 residents and 124 non-residents) and 267 recoveries. The total cases to date is 34846 (29825 residents and 5021 non-residents). The total recovered is 34516 (29552 residents and 4964 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 7 persons hospitalized (4 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia), 3 of whom are in intensive care (1 in Aruba and 2 in Colombia).

April 22, 2022 – During the period Apr 15 – Apr 22, active cases increased to 126  with 244 new cases, 213 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between April April 15th and April 22nd the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 126 (90 residents and 36 non-residents) with 244 new cases (129 residents and 115 non-residents) and 213 recoveries. The total cases to date is 34589 (29692 residents and 4897 non-residents). The total recovered is 34251 (29395 residents and 4856 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 6 persons hospitalized (3 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia), 2 of whom are in intensive care (0 in Aruba and 2 in Colombia).

April 15, 2022 – During the period Apr 9 – Apr 14, active cases increased to 95  with 156 new cases, 145 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between April April 9th and April 14th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 95 (62 residents and 33 non-residents) with 156 new cases (86 residents and 70 non-residents) and 145 recoveries. The total cases to date is 34345 (29563 residents and 4782 non-residents). The total recovered is 34038 (29294 residents and 4744 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 5 persons hospitalized (3 in Aruba and 2 in Colombia), 2 of whom are in intensive care (0 in Aruba and 2 in Colombia).

April 8, 2022 – During the period Apr 2 – Apr 8, active cases decreased to 84 with 138 new cases, 141 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between April 2nd and April 8th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 84 (59 residents and 25 non-residents) with 138 new cases (85 residents and 53 non-residents) and 141 recoveries. The total cases to date is 34189 (29477 residents and 4712 non-residents). The total recovered is 33893 (29211 residents and 4682 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 4 persons hospitalized (2 in Aruba and 2 in Colombia), 2 of whom are in intensive care (0 in Aruba and 2 in Colombia).

April 1, 2022 – During the period Mar 26 – Apr 1, active cases increased to 87 with 122 new cases , 89 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between March 26th and April 1st the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 87 (69 residents and 18 non-residents) with 122 new cases (81 residents and 41 non-residents) and 89 recoveries. The total cases to date is 34051 (29392 residents and 4659 non-residents). The total recovered is 33752 (29116 residents and 4636 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 6 persons hospitalized (3 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia), 3 of whom are in intensive care (1 in Aruba and 2 in Colombia).

March 25, 2022 – During the period Mar 18 – Mar 25, active cases increased to 54 with 86 new cases , 72 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between March 18th and March 25th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 54 (47 residents and 7 non-residents). The total cases to date is 33929 (29311 residents and 4618 non-residents). The total recovered is 33663 (29057 residents and 4606 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 5 persons hospitalized (2 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia), 2 of whom are in intensive care (0 in Aruba and 2 in Colombia).

March 18, 2022 – During the period Mar 12 – Mar 17, active cases decreased to 40 with 47 new cases , 69 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between March 12th and March 17th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 40 (33 residents and 7 non-residents). The total cases to date is 33843 (29262 residents and 4581 non-residents). The total recovered is 33591 (29022 residents and 4569 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 6 persons hospitalized (2 in Aruba and 4 in Colombia), 4 of whom are in intensive care (0 in Aruba and 4 in Colombia).

March 16, 2022 – Effective March 19th, 2022, all travelers will no longer be required to present a COVID-19 negative test result or proof of vaccination. All travelers will still be required to complete Aruba’s Embarkation / Disembarkation Card before arrival, which is the country’s digitized customs and immigration process. Aruba Visitors Insurance is still required for all visitors.

March 11, 2022 – During the period Mar 5 – Mar 11, active cases increased to 62 with 64 new cases , 60 recoveries and no deaths registered.  Between March 5th and March 11th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 62 (43 residents and 19 non-residents). The total cases to date is 33796 (29234 residents and 4562 non-residents). The total recovered is 33522 (28984 residents and 4538 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 8 persons hospitalized (4 in Aruba and 4 in Colombia), 4 of whom are in intensive care (0 in Aruba and 4 in Colombia).

March 5, 2022 – During the period Feb 21 – Mar 3, active cases increased to 58 with 114 new cases , 107 recoveries and 1 death registered.  Between February 21st and March 3rd the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 58 (46 residents and 12 non-residents). The total cases to date is 33732 (29195 residents and 4537 non-residents). The total recovered is 33462 (28942 residents and 4520 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 212 (207 residents and 5 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the family of the deceased. There are currently 9 persons hospitalized (4 in Aruba and 5 in Colombia), 6 of whom are in intensive care (1 in Aruba and 5 in Colombia).

February 25, 2022 – Test center of the Lab of Horacio Oduber Hospital will be open this coming long weekend.  Since this weekend is a long weekend in Aruba, with Monday February 28th being a public holiday, the Lab at Horacio Oduber Hospital (LABHOH) has informed that they will be operating regular opening hours throughout the weekend and also on Monday.

February 21, 2022 – During the period Feb 11 – Feb 21, active cases decreased to 52 with 163 new cases , 236 recoveries and 2 deaths registered.  Between February 11th and February 21st the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 52 (40 residents and 12 non-residents). The total cases to date is 33618 (29118 residents and 4500 non-residents). The total recovered is 33355 (28872 residents and 4483 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 211 (206 residents and 5 non-residents). The number of registered deaths in the period Feb 11 to Feb 21 was 2, however the total was adjusted to 211 after it was decided that previously undisclosed deaths for patients in Colombia would be added to the official numbers. Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 14 persons hospitalized (8 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia), 7 of whom are in intensive care (1 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia).

February 11, 2022 – During the period Feb 2 – Feb 11, active cases decreased to 148 with 309 new cases, 425 recoveries and 3 deaths registered. Between February 2nd and February 11th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 140 (116 residents and 24 non-residents). The total cases to date is 33455 (28998 residents and 4457 non-residents). The total recovered is 33119 (28691 residents and 4428 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 196 (191 residents and 5 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 21 persons hospitalized (15 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia), 8 of whom are in intensive care (2 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia).

February 3, 2022 – Aruba now accepts several vaccine certificates and has removed risk level classifications for all countries.
In addition to accepting Antigen tests for entry as of January 18th, as of February 3rd, Aruba now accepts several vaccine certificates and has eliminated risk level classifications for all countries that were previously in place. For more information see updates to Aruba entry requirements.

February 2, 2022 – During the period Jan 26 – Feb 2, active cases decreased to 259 with 584 new cases, 681 recoveries and no deaths registered. Between January 26th and February 2nd the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 259 (195 residents and 64 non-residents). The total cases to date is 33146 (28746 residents and 4400 non-residents). The total recovered is 32694 (28363 residents and 4331 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 193 (188 residents and 5 non-residents). There are currently 38 persons hospitalized (32 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia), 9 of whom are in intensive care (3 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia).

January 26, 2022 – During the period Jan 15 – Jan 26, active cases decreased to 356 with 2142 new cases, 3595 recoveries and 9 deaths registered. Between January 15th and January 26th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 356 (282 residents and 74 non-residents). The total cases to date is 32562 (28266 residents and 4296 non-residents). The total recovered is 32013 (27796 residents and 4217 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 193 (188 residents and 5 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 47 persons hospitalized (41 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia), 9 of whom are in intensive care (3 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia).

January 15, 2022 – During the period Jan 8 – Jan 15, active cases decreased to 1818 with 4254 new cases, 7188 recoveries and 3 deaths registered. Between January 8th and January 15th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 1818 (1542 residents and 276 non-residents). The total cases to date is 30420 (26439 residents and 3981 non-residents). The total recovered is 28418 (24717 residents and 3701 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 184 (180 residents and 4 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 38 persons hospitalized (35 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia), 9 of whom are in intensive care (6 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia).

January 8, 2022 – During the period Jan 2 – Jan 7, active cases increased to 4755 with 5184 new cases, 3487 recoveries and no deaths registered. Between January 2nd and January 7th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 4755 (4122 residents and 633 non-residents). The total cases to date is 26166 (22846 residents and 3320 non-residents). The total recovered is 21230 (18547 residents and 2683 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 181 (177 residents and 4 non-residents). There are currently 27 persons hospitalized (24 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia), 6 of whom are in intensive care (3 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia).

January 2, 2022 – During the period Dec 26 – Jan 1, active cases increased to 3058 with 3334 new cases, 1159 recoveries and no deaths registered. Between December 26th and January 1st the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 3058 (2570 residents and 488 non-residents). The total cases to date is 20982 (18433 residents and 2549 non-residents). The total recovered is 17743 (15686 residents and 2057 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 181 (177 residents and 4 non-residents). There are currently 13 persons hospitalized (10 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia), 6 of whom are in intensive care (3 in Aruba and 3 in Colombia).

December 26, 2021 – During the period Dec 13 – Dec 26, active cases increased to 883 with 1043 new cases, 353 recoveries and 4 deaths registered. Between December 13th and December 26th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 883 (565 residents and 318 non-residents). The total cases to date is 17648 (15678 residents and 1970 non-residents). The total recovered is 16584 (14936 residents and 1648 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 181 (177 residents and 4 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 10 persons hospitalized (4 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia), 6 of whom are in intensive care (0 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia).

December 13, 2021 – During the period Dec 5 – Dec 13, active cases increased to 192 with 136 recoveries and 3 deaths registered. Between December 5th and December 13th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 192 (171 residents and 21 non-residents). The total cases to date is 16605 (14974 residents and 1631 non-residents). The total recovered is 16231 (14625 residents and 1606 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 177 (173 residents and 4 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 12 persons hospitalized (6 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia), 11 of whom are in intensive care (5 in Aruba and 6 in Colombia).

December 5, 2021 – During the period Nov 26 – Dec 5, active cases decreased to 181 with 162 recoveries and no deaths registered. Between November 26th and December 5th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 181 (142 residents and 39 non-residents). The total cases to date is 16450 (14839 residents and 1568 non-residents). The total recovered is 16095 (14527 residents and 1568 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 174 (170 residents and 4 non-residents). There are currently 19 persons hospitalized (7 in Aruba and 12 in Colombia), 13 of whom are in intensive care (4 in Aruba and 9 in Colombia).

November 26, 2021 – During the period Nov 17 – Nov 26, active cases increased to 184 with 123 recoveries and 1 death registered. Between November 17th and November 26th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 184 (149 residents and 35 non-residents). The total cases to date is 16291 (14727 residents and 1564 non-residents). The total recovered is 15933 (14408 residents and 1525 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 174 (170 residents and 4 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the family of the deceased. There are currently 21 persons hospitalized (10 in Aruba and 11 in Colombia), 12 of whom are in intensive care (4 in Aruba and 8 in Colombia).

November 17, 2021 – During the period Nov 4 – Nov 17, active cases decreased to 150 with 176 recoveries and 2 deaths registered. Between November 4th  and November 17th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 150 (115 residents and 35 non-residents). The total cases to date is 16133 (14609 residents and 1524 non-residents). The total recovered is 15810 (14324 residents and 1486 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 173 (170 residents and 3 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 19 persons hospitalized (11 in Aruba and 8 in Colombia), 8 of whom are in intensive care (0 in Aruba and 8 in Colombia).

November 4, 2021 – During the period Oct 24 – Nov 4, active cases increased to 160 with 143 recoveries and no deaths registered. Between October 24th  and November 4th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 160 (139 residents and 21 non-residents). The total cases to date is 15965 (14485 residents and 1480 non-residents). The total recovered is 15634 (14178 residents and 1456 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 171 (168 residents and 3 non-residents). There are currently 23 persons hospitalized (10 in Aruba and 13 in Colombia), 15 of whom are in intensive care (4 in Aruba and 11 in Colombia).

October 24, 2021 – During the period Oct 18 – Oct 24, active cases decreased to 145 with 96 recoveries and 1 death registered. Between October 18th  and October 24th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 145 (127 residents and 18 non-residents). The total cases to date is 15807 (14347 residents and 1460 non-residents). The total recovered is 15491 (14052 residents and 1439 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 171 (168 residents and 3 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the family of the deceased. There are currently 26 persons hospitalized (10 in Aruba), 21 of whom are in intensive care (5 in Aruba and 16 in Colombia).

October 17, 2021 – During the period Oct 10 – Oct 17, active cases decreased to 155. 90 recoveries and no deaths were registered. Between October 10th  and October 17th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 155 (129 residents and 26 non-residents). The total cases to date is 15720 (14271 residents and 1449 non-residents). The total recovered is 15395 (13975 residents and 1420 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is 170 (167 residents and 3 non-residents). There are currently 34 persons hospitalized (19 in Aruba), 21 of whom are in intensive care (6 in Aruba and 15 in Colombia).

October 15, 2021 – Aruba government announces extended opening hours as of October 17. As of October 17th closing time for establishments will change from 12:00am to 1:00am and for casinos will change from 1:00am to 2:00am. More information available on safety measures in place.

October 10, 2021 – During the period Oct 3 – Oct 10, active cases decreased to 159 and 148 recoveries and 3 deaths were registered. Between October 3rd  and October 10th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 159 (134 residents and 25 non-residents). The total cases to date is 15634 (14202 residents and 1432 non-residents). The total recovered is 15305 (13901 residents and 1404 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 170 (167 residents and 3 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 34 persons hospitalized (17 in Aruba), 22 of whom are in intensive care (5 in Aruba and 17 in Colombia).

October 3, 2021 – During the period Sep 26-Oct 3, active cases decreased to 212 and 162 recoveries and 2 deaths were registered. Between September 26th and October 3rd the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 212 (179 residents and 33 non-residents). The total cases to date is 15536 (14125 residents and 1411 non-residents). The total recovered is 15157 (13782 residents and 1375 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 167 (164 residents and 3 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 37 persons hospitalized (18 in Aruba), 24 of whom are in intensive care (5 in Aruba and 19 in Colombia).

September 26, 2021 – During the period Sep 18-Sep 26, active cases decreased to 256 and 205 recoveries and 7 deaths were registered. Between September 18th and September 26th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 256 (220 residents and 36 non-residents). The total cases to date is 15416 (14021 residents and 1395 non-residents). The total recovered is 14995 (13639 residents and 1356 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 165 (162 residents and 3 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 39 persons hospitalized (20 in Aruba), 23 of whom are in intensive care (4 in Aruba and 19 in Colombia).

September 18, 2021 – During the period Sep 10-Sep 18, active cases decreased to 273 and 322 recoveries and 4 deaths were registered. Between September 10th and September 18th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 273 (238 residents and 35 non-residents). The total cases to date is 15221 (13852 residents and 1369 non-residents). The total recovered is 14790 (13459 residents and 1331 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 158 (155 residents and 3 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 54 persons hospitalized (31 in Aruba), 30 of whom are in intensive care (7 in Aruba and 23 in Colombia).

September 10, 2021 – During the period Sep 3-SEP 10, active cases decreased to 400 and 419 recoveries and 5 deaths were registered. Between September 3rd and September 10th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 400 (362 residents and 38 non-residents). The total cases to date is 15022 (13677 residents and 1345 non-residents). The total recovered is 14468 (13164 residents and 1304 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 154 (151 residents and 3 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 61 persons hospitalized (36 in Aruba), 34 of whom are in intensive care (9 in Aruba and 25 in Colombia).

September 3, 2021 – During the period Aug 28-Sep 3, active cases decreased to 566 and 461 recoveries and 16 deaths were registered. Between August 28th and September 3rd the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 566 (507 residents and 59 non-residents). The total cases to date is 14764 (13439 residents and 1263 non-residents). The total recovered is 14049 (12786 residents and 1325 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 149 (146 residents and 3 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 70 persons hospitalized (52 in Aruba), 30 of whom are in intensive care (12 in Aruba and 18 in Colombia).

September 1, 2021 – Aruba government announces relaxation of some additional safety measures. In a press conference held yesterday evening, the Aruba government announced some relaxation of additional safety measures previously put in place on August 22nd, aimed at reducing the spread of COVID-19 in Aruba. Latest changes include removal of curfew, changes to closing times, easing restaurant seating limits etc. and will come into effect on September 2nd, 2021.  More information available here.

August 27, 2021 – During the period Aug 20-27, active cases decreased to 653 and 896 recoveries and 9 deaths were registered. Between August 20th and August 27th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 653 (590 residents and 63 non-residents). The total cases to date is 14374 (13085 residents and 1289 non-residents). The total recovered is 13588 (12365 residents and 1223 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 133 (130 residents and 3 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 64 persons hospitalized (47 in Aruba), 29 of whom are in intensive care (12 in Aruba and 17 in Colombia).

August 22, 2021 – Aruba government introduces additional safety measures. As of August 22nd, 2021 the Aruba government has implemented additional safety measures aimed at reducing the spread of COVID-19 in Aruba. These include a curfew, changes to closing times, restaurant seating limits, occupancy limits at businesses etc. More information available here.

August 20, 2021 – During the period Aug 14-20, active cases decreased to 1055 and 808 recoveries and 9 deaths were registered. Between August 13th and August 20th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has decreased to 1055 (971 residents and 84 non-residents). The total cases to date is 13871 (12629 residents and 1242 non-residents). The total recovered is 12692 (11536 residents and 1156 non-residents). The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 124 (122 residents and 2 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 83 persons hospitalized, 23 of whom are in intensive care (9 in Aruba and 14 in Colombia).

August 13, 2021 – During the period Aug 6-13, active cases increased to 1122 and 487 recoveries and 4 deaths were registered. Between August 6th and August 13th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 1122 (1028 residents and 94 non-residents). The total cases to date is 13121 (11943 residents and 1178 non-residents). The total recovered is 11884 (10802 residents and 1082 non-residents). The average weekly positivity rate among residents reported on August 13th is 32%. The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 115 (113 residents and 2 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. There are currently 54 persons hospitalized, 7 of whom are in intensive care. The majority of persons being hospitalized are unvaccinated. The Aruba government continues to vigorously appeal to the public to get vaccinated.

In an effort to stem the spread of COVID-19 the Aruba government has mandated that as of today entertainment in nightclubs or private parties is not permitted. Background music and a maximum of one (1) musician are permitted.

August 6, 2021 – During the period July 30-Aug 6, active cases increased to 754 and 256 recoveries and 1 death were registered. Between July 30th and August 7th the total number of active COVID-19 coronavirus cases has increased to 754 (662 residents and 92 non-residents). The total cases to date is 12262 (11157 residents and 1105 non-residents). The total recovered is 11397 (10386 residents and 1011 non-residents). The average weekly positivity rate among residents reported on August 6th is 30%. The number of deaths related to COVID-19 is now 111 (109 residents and 2 non-residents). Sincere condolences to the family of the deceased. There are currently 23 persons hospitalized, 6 of whom are in intensive care.

The Aruba government has announced that some safety measures will be reinstated as of August 7th.