Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra reported 45 new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in the country Sunday, bringing the total number to 363.
The Peruvian leader disclosed that 6,184 samples have been taken so far, of which 5,821 turned negative.
"Of the 363 patients who tested positive for COVID-19, 31 are hospitalized and five (5) are in intensive care units; the region with the most confirmed cases is Lima: 278," Mr. Vizcarra told the nation in a televised message.
The region whose cases have increased significantly is Piura, with 19, and this is precisely the area where the
mandatory social isolation was not properly implemented, the statesman said.
The top official reported that there are 8 confirmed cases in Lambayeque, 5 in La Libertad, 4 in Ancash, 6 in Callao, 16 in Loreto, 4 in Huanuco, 10 in Junin, 1 in Madre de Dios, 4 in Cusco, 7 in Arequipa, and 1 in Ica.
Sunday marks the seventh day of mandatory social isolation decreed by the Government.
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