Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir on Monday reported 1229 new positive cases of novel Corona virus (COVID-19), 837 from Jammu division and 392 from Kashmir division, thus taking the total number of positive cases in Jammu and Kashmir to 55325.
Also 17 COVID-19 deaths have been reported; 09 from Jammu division and 08 from Kashmir Division.
Moreover, 644 more COVID-19 patients have recovered and discharged from various hospitals, 231 from Jammu Division and 413 from Kashmir Division.
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Till date 525963 travelers and persons in contact with suspected cases have been enlisted for observation which included 42090 persons in home quarantine including facilities operated by government, 18049 in isolation and 55018 under home surveillance. Besides, 409911 persons have completed their surveillance period.
As a measure for social distancing in public places and workplaces wearing a face cover is compulsory.
“Not disclosing symptoms could put life of individuals and their families at risk. In case of symptoms like fever, cough and difficulty in breathing report early. Do not fear, call COVID-19 helpline numbers and seek medical advice”.
