COVID-19 cases increased by 52% before end of 2023: WHO
Number of coronavirus-related deaths also rose by 8% between Nov. 20-Dec. 17, says spokesperson
By Beyza Binnur Donmez
GENEVA (AA) – COVID-19 cases increased by 52% globally ahead of the Christmas holiday period, the World Health Organization said on Friday.
The increase in the number of cases, compared to the previous 28-day period, were recorded between Nov. 20 and Dec. 17, WHO spokesperson Christian Lindmeier told a UN press briefing in Geneva.
While 850,000 new cases were reported globally, the number of coronavirus-related deaths also increased by 8%, Lindmeier said.
He added that 3,000 new fatalities were recorded during the period.
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