Valerio Santa Cruz —a 90-year-old man native to Andean Cajamarca region— is a strong and tireless fighter who has survived the deadly coronavirus (COVID-19) disease in Peru, the
Ministry of Health (Minsa) has reported.
With his victory, Santa Cruz became the oldest Peruvian to be discharged, after spending 19 days in the hospital battling the virus.
The senior citizen was admitted to
Dos de Mayo Hospital on Friday, March 27, and received a positive test result for COVID-19 two days later.
After a tough fight, assisted by health heroes, he was discharged. Today, Peru and his family celebrate his recovery.
Figures
Since the beginning of the epidemic until April 15 at 00:00 (local time), Peru has registered a total of 2,632 epidemiological discharges and 476 hospital discharges.
The ministry recommends washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; covering nose and mouth with the forearm or a tissue when coughing or sneezing; avoiding eye, nose, and mouth touching with unwashed hands; and avoiding close contact with people who have respiratory illnesses.
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Published: 4/16/2020