Ho Chi Minh City has the highest number of Covid-19 cases in the country

On May 14, the Ministry of Health released information on the Covid-19 epidemic situation in response to the increasing trend in a number of countries around the world.

Specifically, in the past 28 days (as of April 27), the world recorded more than 25,000 Covid-19 cases (down nearly 57%), the number of Covid-19-related deaths decreased by 38% compared to the previous 28 days. Brazil is the country with the highest number of cases in the past 28 days with more than 7,000 cases, followed by the UK with more than 5,000 cases.

From the beginning of the year to May 10, Thailand has recorded nearly 53,700 Covid-19 cases and 16 deaths.

In Bangkok alone, the highest number of cases, more than 16,700, peaked in the week from April 27 to May 3 with more than 14,000 cases, including 2 deaths. In the recent week from May 4 to 10, the number of new cases has decreased to 12,453.

According to WHO, the XBB.1.16 sub-variant has the ability to spread rapidly but there is no evidence that it causes more severe symptoms (Photo: ND.J).

The increase in Covid-19 cases in Thailand is related to the increase of the XBB.1.16 sub-variant in Thailand. According to the Thai Ministry of Public Health , although the number of Covid-19 cases has increased recently, Thai people should not be too worried because this is a disease endemic in Thailand and most cases only have mild symptoms.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the Omicron sub-variant XBB.1.16 has emerged since 2023, is capable of spreading rapidly but there is no evidence of causing more severe symptoms and there is currently no new warning for Covid-19 globally.

Covid-19 situation in Vietnam

In Vietnam, since the beginning of the year, our country has recorded 148 cases in 27 provinces and cities, with no deaths. Of which, Ho Chi Minh City (34 cases), Hanoi (19), Hai Phong (21), Bac Ninh (14), Nghe An (17), Quang Ninh (6), Bac Giang (4), Binh Duong (4), 19 other provinces and cities recorded 1 to 2 cases/province.

Our country has not recorded any concentrated outbreaks, however there has been a slight increase in the past 3 weeks, with an average of 20 cases/week.

Globally, the number of Covid-19 cases and deaths is on a downward trend. The rapid increase in cases in Thailand coincides with the time and incubation period after the traditional New Year holiday, most likely due to the increase in large gatherings and the increase in the XBB.1.16 sub-variant.

In Vietnam, Covid-19 is a common disease. The Ministry of Health believes that with the high level of interaction and travel of Vietnamese people during the April 30 and May 1 holidays, it is possible that there will be an increase in cases in our country in the coming time. However, there may not be an increase in severe cases due to the Covid-19 virus variant.

5 measures to prevent Covid-19

In the face of the Covid-19 epidemic, the Ministry of Health has proactively strengthened supervision and closely monitored the Covid-19 situation, strengthened the implementation of epidemic prevention and control measures at medical facilities and in the community; ready to admit, provide emergency care, and effectively treat infected cases.

In particular, for high-risk groups (pregnant women, people with underlying diseases, the elderly, etc.), no deaths should occur.

To proactively prevent and control the disease, the Ministry of Health continues to recommend that people take the following measures:

- Wear a mask in public places, on public transport, and at medical facilities.

- Limit gathering in crowded places (if not necessary).

- Wash your hands regularly with clean water, soap or antiseptic solution.

- Increase exercise, physical training, and proper nutrition.

- If you have symptoms of fever, cough, or difficulty breathing, you must immediately go to the nearest medical facility for examination, monitoring, and timely treatment...

People coming to and returning from countries with high numbers of Covid-19 cases need to proactively monitor their health status to prevent and combat Covid-19 for themselves, their families and close contacts.

The Ministry of Health will continue to coordinate with WHO to closely monitor the Covid-19 epidemic situation in the world and propose appropriate and effective disease prevention and control measures.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/suc-khoe/tphcm-co-so-mac-covid-19-nhieu-nhat-ca-nuoc-20250514100858448.htm