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COVID-19 Cases See Slight Increase in Latest Epidemiological Week
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By drmichaellee |
The SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for COVID-19, continues to be the most prevalent respiratory virus circulating in the country. This is according to recently released data from the Ministry of Health.
Rhinovirus and Type A influenza follow closely behind, continuing to affect the population. For the epidemiological week 29, spanning July 13 to 19, a total of 243 confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported.This represents a 3.4% increase from the previous period, which recorded 235 cases.
Hospitalizations remained relatively stable, with an average of 43 individuals hospitalized during this week, a figure comparable to the 44 reported in the preceding seven days. Preliminary data from the Ministry indicates four deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported during epidemiological week 29.
the World Health association (WHO) notes that the virus can spread through respiratory droplets expelled from an infected person’s mouth or nose when they cough, sneeze, speak, sing, or breathe.
Health authorities also highlighted that as of week 27, from June 29 to July 4, the nation had registered 8,795 accumulated cases of severe acute respiratory infections (IRAG), 849,464 cases of higher acute respiratory infections (Iras), and 11,966 cases of influenza-type disease (ETI).
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COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, emerged in late 2019 and rapidly spread globally, leading to a pandemic. Public health measures such as vaccination, mask-wearing, and social distancing have been crucial in managing its spread and impact. Respiratory viruses like influenza and rhinovirus are common causes of seasonal illnesses, and their circulation patterns can be influenced by various factors, including weather and public health interventions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the current status of COVID-19 cases?
- In epidemiological week 29 (July 13-19), 243 confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported, a slight increase from the previous week.
- Which respiratory virus is circulating the most?
- SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is currently the most prevalent respiratory virus circulating in the country.
- How do COVID-19 cases compare to previous weeks?
- There was a 3.4% increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases in week 29 compared to the previous period.
- What is the trend in COVID-19 hospitalizations?
- hospitalizations remained stable, with an average of 43 individuals hospitalized in week 29, similar to the 44 reported the week before.
- How are COVID-19 deaths reported?
- Preliminary data from the Ministry of Health indicates four deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported during epidemiological week 2
