COVID-19 Update: In the past 24 hours, 797 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in India. The total active cases in the country have now reached 4091.
The increasing cold weather seems to be contributing to the rise in coronavirus cases.
As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare report, the last 24 hours have seen the unfortunate demise of 5 individuals due to COVID-19 infection.
Kerala recorded 2 fatalities, while Maharashtra, Puducherry, and Tamil Nadu each reported the loss of 1 patient's life during this period.
From the commencement of 2020 until now, over 4.5 crore individuals have contracted the coronavirus nationwide, resulting in more than 5.3 lakh fatalities.
According to the Health Ministry's website, the number of individuals who have recovered from the disease has risen to 4.4 crores. The national recovery rate stands at 98.81 per cent, while the mortality rate is 1.19 per cent.
As per the ministry, a total of 220.67 crores vaccine doses have been administered under the ongoing COVID-19 vaccination campaign in the country.
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It's important to note that some people with COVID-19 may not experience any symptoms at all, while others may have severe symptoms that require hospitalization.
If you're experiencing any of these symptoms or think you may have been exposed to COVID-19, it's important to get tested and follow public health guidelines to prevent the spread of the virus.