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No COVID-19 deaths in Tasmania, as active cases drop to 4,935

There are 365 people using Tasmania's COVID@home program and another 14 are in medi-hotels. (Pixabay)

The number of patients in Tasmanian hospitals with COVID-19 is now 17, down from 19 on Friday.

Of the 17, seven are being treated specifically for COVID-related symptoms.

One person is receiving intensive care.

No new COVID-related deaths have been recorded.

There were 683 new cases recorded in the 24 hours to 8pm Friday and the state now has 4,935 active cases.

There are 365 people using the COVID@home program and another 14 are in medi-hotels.

More than 2,600 rapid antigen tests were distributed on Friday.

Today's numbers come after changes to Tasmania's check-in rules were flagged during the week.

More information on the current state of health measures and travel requirements can be found on the Tasmanian government's coronavirus website.

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