New COVID-19 Cases 4,324... Severe Cases and Deaths Lowest in Four Months (Update)

An indoor mask-wearing mandate adjustment notice for public transportation is posted at Sinchon Station on Subway Line 2 in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. Photo by Jinhyung Kang aymsdream@

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Gwan-ju] As the COVID-19 outbreak enters a clear declining trend, the number of critically ill patients and deaths has reached the lowest level in four months.

The Central Disease Control Headquarters announced on the 20th at midnight that 4,324 new COVID-19 cases were added, bringing the cumulative total to 30,433,895.

The number of new cases on this day decreased by 5,950 compared to the previous day (10,274). Compared to a week ago on the 13th (5,168), it decreased by 844.

The number of critically ill patients hospitalized dropped to 197, falling into the 100s for the first time in four months since October 22 last year (196).

There were 9 new COVID-19 deaths, bringing the total death toll to 33,865. The daily death count falling to single digits was also the first time since October 18 last year (6).

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