By Pacific Island Times News Staff
Saipan-- The CNMI confirmed its Covid-19 related death. As of Feb. 15, there were 11 individuals hospitalized as a result of the coronavirus infection.
The CNMI also reported 159 new Covid-19 cases, bringing the CNMI total to 7,746 cases since March 26, 2020. The individuals have been isolated and are actively monitored. Of the 159 cases identified in the community:
158 were identified on Feb. 14, 2022, 1 on Feb. 7, 2022
8 were identified on Tinian, 1 on Rota
The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation continues to encourage the community to get vaccinated if they have not done so, or get their booster shot if they are eligible to help prevent severe illness, hospitalization, or death.