6,288 New Cases Sets New Record

The Ministry of Health reported 6,288 more COVID-19 positive cases than yesterday, a new record for a daily report, and which increased the national total to 191,410 confirmed infections. A further 793 deaths were also recorded bringing the total to 23,377 nationwide.

During today’s briefing Director of Epidemiology José Luis Alomía said there are now24,387 cases active cases, while general occupation of beds is at 46 percent nationwide and occupation of beds with ventilators (for critically ill patients) is at 38 percent.

Regarding today’s magnitude 7.5 earthquake Deputy Minister of Health Hugo López-Gatell said although the government must be prepared for any natural phenomena, society is the majority and must be ready in all aspects to secure an effective response.

Authorities said each family must have an emergency back pack with basic personal and communication items ready at all times, and also do personal drills to assess how long it takes them to leave home during an emergency.

As of Tuesday, June 23

6,288     new cases (from yesterday)

191,410 confirmed cases nationwide

59,106   under investigation

23,377   deaths

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AMLO invited to White House

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Antonio Dovalí Refinery resumes after earthquake

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Consumer confidence falls

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New campaign for the Caribbean

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39,332 cases, 584 deaths among health workers

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