Covid-19 cases on the rise, 271 recorded last week
- The number of recorded Covid-19 cases between August 12-18 stands at 271, which represents a 60-percent increase compared to the previous week.
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Skopje, 21 August 2024 (MIA) - The number of recorded Covid-19 cases between August 12-18 stands at 271, which represents a 60-percent increase compared to the previous week.
Cases were recorded in 17 cities, most of which in Skopje - 152, followed by Kavadarci - 25, Tetovo - 23 and Ohrid 22, whereas the largest number of cases involve the +60 age group.
One person passed away as a result of the virus, aged over 60, with underlying illnesses and not vaccinated against Covid-19, the Public Health Institute said in its weekly report.
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