Vietnam records spike in Covid-19 cases, mostly in the north
It was also the highest number of daily cases recorded since the beginning of 2023, followed by 122 cases on April 8.
Pandemic
Nepal reports first Covid-19 death in over three months
The last time the country witnessed Covid-19-related death was on January 7.
Mock drills for Covid-19 at hospitals across the country
The drill evoked huge nationwide response with ministers and senior officials reviewing preparations and capacities of hospital facilities.
Covid-19 positivity rate in Metro Manila jumps from 4.4% to 6.5%
For comparison, the positivity rate benchmark of the World Health Organization is five percent.
China’s scientists deny claims Covid data was withheld
The Chinese scientific community will not stand for this, and the international community will not accept this", the director of China CDC said.
The pandemic is not over, but when is the next one?
It is highly probable the next pandemic will originate in regions particularly affected by climate change and global warming.
China publishes data showing raccoon dog DNA at Wuhan market
Many scientists believe existing evidence points to such animals acting as intermediate hosts for the virus, which probably originated in bats.
Experts say public mask wearing can be eased in China
The waning epidemic in recent months has given rise to discussions on throwing out face coverings in a step toward fully restoring normal life.
Japan to scrap virus tests on arrival from China
Chinese tourists made up around a third of all visitors to Japan before the pandemic.
Indian state to make face masks mandatory for mass gathering
The minister said following Covid protocols will help to curb the effect of Covid spreading and advised everyone to follow social distancing.