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COVID-19: Ghana’s active cases drop to 3,227

According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO) newly reported cases in Africa fell by 20% in the week to 16 January, while deaths dropped by 8%

At least 169 new coronavirus cases have been confirmed by the Ghana Health Service (GHS) pushing the country’s active cases to 3,227.

The death toll hits 1,370 after thirteen  additional fatalities were recorded across the country, an update on the GHS COVID-19 dashboard reveals.

As at 18 January, 2022, Ghana’s total confirmed cases stand at 155, 665. Currently, health officials have recorded 151, 068 recoveries.

So far, 29  persons are in severe condition whiles 10  remain critical , according to GHS. Cases detected at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) are 6,759 with 5,940 recoveries.

Breakdown of regional cases

Greater Accra Region – 86,732

Ashanti Region – 22,253

Western Region – 8,247

Eastern Region – 6,949

Volta Region – 5,890

Central Region – 5,393

Bono East Region – 2,956

Bono Region – 2,281

Northern Region – 1,858

Upper East Region – 1,700

Ahafo Region – 1,133

Western North Region – 1,094

Oti Region – 920

Upper West Region – 851

North East Region – 358

Savannah Region – 291

Fred Dzakpata

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