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In Latvia, 794 people became ill with Covid-19, 11 died

In the last day, 8695 Covid-19 tests were performed, 794 new cases were registered, and 11 infected people died, according to the information compiled by the Center for Disease Prevention and Control (SPKC).

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The deaths represent the following age groups: three between the ages of 60 and 70, six between the ages of 75 and 85, and two dead over the age of 85.

Proportion of positive cases against those tested: 9.1%.

In Latvia, a total of 20,787 people have contracted Covid-19. 1866 people have recovered.

It has already been reported that, given the rapid spread of Covid-19 infection and the growing risk of congestion in the health sector, the government has repeatedly declared a state of 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 social care center clients and staff, followed by other people at risk.

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