Making news

COVID-19: 7,504 new cases added to national tally

Vietnam recorded 7,504 new coronavirus infections, including 17 imported cases, in 60 cities and provinces across the country on November 5, an increase of 911 cases compared to the previous day.

Southern Dong Nai province reported the highest number of infections with 953, followed by the neighbouring province of Binh Duong with 917 and Ho Chi Minh City with 912.

The national tally now stands at 953,547.

According to the Ministry of Health’s report, 3,093 patients nationwide are in serious conditions, with 292 requiring invasive ventilation and 16 on life support (ECMO).

On the day, the country saw 70 deaths from the disease. The death toll now hits 22,412.

A further 1,941 patients were given the all-clear, taking the total number of recoveries to 837,347.

By November 4, the country had injected nearly 86.32 million doses of vaccines to date, with more than 26.96 million people now fully inoculated./.
VNA/VNP

Vietnam named Worlds Leading Heritage Destination 2025

Vietnam named World’s Leading Heritage Destination 2025

The repeated recognition over the years affirms the lasting, timeless allure of Vietnam’s renowned destinations. It also reflects the continuous efforts of localities to preserve resources, diversify tourism products and improve service quality. The growing global acclaim contributes to shaping a diverse, distinctive and highly competitive network of destinations, helping Vietnam continue to shine at prestigious international tourism awards.

Top