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Maldives COVID-19 cases cross 24,000, deaths reach 67

MALE, April 1 (Xinhua) — Confirmed COVID-19 cases in the Maldives crossed 24,000 and the total death count from the pandemic has reached 67, local media reported on Thursday, citing the country’s Health Protection Agency (HPA).

The HPA confirmed 241 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, raising the total number of cases to 24,079. The country currently has 2,849 active cases of COVID-19 including 99 patients who have been hospitalized for treatment.

Meanwhile, 2,034 people were vaccinated against the virus on Wednesday, raising the total number of vaccinated up to 237,716. The Maldives began its vaccination program on Feb. 1 and has made vaccines available free of charge to all residents above the age of 18.

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