Colombia is beginning to reach its first peak, as confirmed by the INS and the Ministry of Health. In the last report delivered on Sunday, August 23, 8,044 new cases were confirmed. In addition, 348 deaths and 14,238 recovered were registered. Key days are coming in the country in the face of the pandemic.
To date, Colombia has a total of 541,147 infected, that are distributed in the 32 departments of the national territoryl. Regarding recovered patients, there is a total of 374,030, to date there are 17,316 deaths. 148,708 cases are still active in the country.
The country remains in Mandatory Preventive Isolation until August 31, this week the National Government and the authorities will study and define whether it should be extended once more or enter a new phase.
Distribution of COVID-19 cases in Colombia
Bogotá continues to be the region most affected by the pandemic. It registers 188,220 positives, however, in recent weeks the speed of contagion decreased and the Intensive Care Units went from 86% to 78%, A positive figure that allowed two towns to come out of strict quarantine this coming Monday. There will be five left with this measure.
After Bogotá, the areas that continue to be most affected by COVID-19 are: Antioquia, Atlántico, Valle del Cauca, Bolívar and Cundinamarca. On the other hand, Vichada is the department with the fewest cases with 21. This is the distribution of infections:
Bogota: 188.220
Antioquia: 71.158
Atlantic: 62.804
Cauca’s Valley: 42.998
Bolivar: 23.471
Cundinamarca: 19.168
Córdoba: 17.156
Santander: 13.887
Narino: 12.746
Magdalena: 11.225
Sugar: 10.357
North of Santander: 8.998
Cesar: 7.889
Meta: 6.734
Tolima: 5.555
Caquetá: 4.836
Risaralda: 4.807
La Guajira: 4.349
Cauca: 4.190
Collided: 3.630
Huila: 3.530
Boyacá: 3.091
Amazon: 2.687
Putumayo: 2.405
Caldas: 2.301
Quindio: 907
Casanare: 856
Arauca: 764
Guaviare: 236
Vaupes: 208
San Andrés and Providencia: 123
Guainia: 42
Vichada: 29
Colombia begins to reach the first peak
The National Institute of Health released data where they reported that the country is in the acceleration phase and close to reaching the first peak of the pandemic. Several cities have already reached that first peak such as: Leticia, Cartagena, Barranquilla, Tunja, Tumaco, Quibdó, Mocoa, San Andrés, Montería, Maicao and Sincelejo.
“LThe curve shows a downward trend in terms of deaths. We are passing this initial peak, which is not to say that we will not have peaks in the future “, affirmed Fernando Ruiz, Minister of Health. Bogotá, the most affected region, would peak in mid-September, while Medellín would do so in late or early October. The Antioquia capital had an increase in infections in recent weeks.
That is why the National Government continues to work with the authorities to continue with the gradual reopening of many more sectors. The bars and restaurants, which have been the most affected, could reopen in September.
“Given the economic affectation that the bars present, we are advancing in a responsible opening, but liquor is one of the aspects that most reduces social inhibition and generates rapprochement. We started pilots in the established way, seeking to prevent new peaks, “said Fernando Ruiz.
The president indicated that the figures in recent days have been positive. Almost 92% of patients have been cared for at home,“TWe have 3.8% in hospitalization and 0.4% in the Intensive Care Unit, “said Iván Duque.
All against the coronavirus
By following these recommendations, we prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in our country: 1. Wash your hands frequently, 2. Do not greet people with kisses or handshakes, 3. If you cough, cover your mouth with a bent elbow or with a tissue, 4. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and your mouth, 5. If you have a fever or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention, but first call line 123, 6. Follow the instructions of local and national authorities.
Likewise, the Ministry of Health developed an application for the cell phone that allows you to follow what is happening with COVID-19 in the country. CoronaApp is available for free for download on Android and iOS devices.
And remember, stay home!
Several cities in the country are beginning to reach the first peak of the pandemic. In the latest report from the Ministry of Health, they confirmed 8,044 new cases
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