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In Latvia, the disease with Covid-19 has been confirmed in 660 people, five have died

8936 Covid-19 tests were performed in the last day, 660 new cases were recorded and five infected people died, according to the Center for Disease Prevention and Control (SPKC).

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One aged 70-75, two aged 80-85, two aged 90-95

Proportion of positive cases against those tested: 7.4%.

In Latvia, a total of 25,046 people have contracted Covid-19.

It has already been reported that, in view of the rapid spread of Covid-19 infection and the growing risk of health congestion, the government has extended emergency by 11 January.

During it, definitely strict assembly and other restrictionsto stabilize the situation and prevent the rapid spread of Covid-19.

No public on-site events may take place until 11 January. Entertainment and wellness services may not be provided during an emergency. Catering establishments, as well as shopping centers, also have strict requirements during an emergency.

The European Union (ES) could approve the first vaccines against the new coronavirus this year. It is planned that in the first quarter of next year, vaccines will be available in EU member states, including Latvia.

It is currently planned that a total of more than 800,000 people could be provided with a state-paid vaccine. If vaccine manufacturers confirm Latvia’s order, this number could be higher.

Covid-19 vaccines will be paid for from the state budget. Ministry of Health The strategy envisages that, when available, vaccination in Latvia will take place gradually. Medical staff will be vaccinated first, followed by clients and staff of social care centers, followed by other people at risk.

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