Latest Covid-19 epidemic situation in Ho Chi Minh City on May 13

According to the report of the Ho Chi Minh City Center for Disease Control (HCDC), from 4 p.m. on May 11 to 4 p.m. on May 12, Ho Chi Minh City recorded 134 new cases of Covid-19, of which 42 were hospitalized. During the day, 80 cases were also discharged from the hospital.

Covid-19 May 12: 2,439 new cases, Tay Ninh records 1 death

As of now, hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City are treating 374 Covid-19 cases. Of these, 135 cases require respiratory support, 20 cases require invasive mechanical ventilation, 10 cases are children under 16 years old and 9 cases are pregnant women.

Since the beginning of 2023, Ho Chi Minh City has had 3,945 Covid-19 cases announced by the Ministry of Health .

In addition, Ho Chi Minh City currently has 1,618 suspected Covid-19 cases being quarantined at home (F0).

Covid-19 epidemic situation as of May 12 in Ho Chi Minh City

According to HCDC's recommendations, F0 quarantined at home should drink enough water or more if they have fever or diarrhea. Do not skip meals, improve nutrition, eat a balanced diet, increase fresh fruits and green vegetables. Regularly practice breathing and exercise to improve health. Do not be pessimistic, always keep a comfortable mind. When encountering difficulties, contact medical staff for remote consultation.

In addition, caregivers or family members living in the same house as F0 must always wear masks, wash or disinfect hands before and after taking care of F0; and keep distance when having to come into contact with F0.

Regarding Covid-19 vaccination, on May 12, Ho Chi Minh City administered 929 shots. It is expected that on May 13, Ho Chi Minh City will organize 26 vaccination points in districts and Thu Duc City.

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