Vietnam records 26,500 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday
(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam recorded 26,487 new cases of COVID-19 in 62 provinces and cities on Friday, the highest number of daily cases so far. In the past 24 hours, more than 6,000 patients recovered, but 74 others died.
184.8 million vaccine doses have so far been administered nationwide. 53 out of 63 provinces and cities reported 90% second dose coverage rate.
The Ministry of Health said it is speeding up procedures to get ready for vaccination of children from 5 to 11 years old as recommended by the World Health Organization and directed by the Prime Minister.