President of the Medical Association of Jamaica, Dr. Andrew Manning says hospitals are under pressure as Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to rise.

The latest data from the Health Ministry show that 256 persons are hospitalized with Covid-19.

Speaking during an interview with Irie Fm News this morning (August 7), Dr. Manning said Jamaica is now experiencing a third Covid wave.

He said the increase in cases and hospitalizations are a cause for concern.

Dr. Manning is renewing his call for the government to re-institute tighter Covid measures.

He is also urging citizens to obey the protocols.