The Western Cape reported 35 060 active COVID-19 infections, with a total number 386 936 confirmed cases and 337 221 recoveries as of Monday, July 26.
1/2 Update on the coronavirus and vaccines
As at 1pm on 26 July 2021, the Western Cape had 35 060 active COVID-19 infections, with a total number 386 936 COVID-19 cases to date and 337 221 recoveries.
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— Premier Alan Winde (@alanwinde) July 26, 2021
Here’s a breakdown of the province’s COVID-19 statistics:
- Total number of COVID-19 cases to date: 386 936
- Total recoveries: 337 221
- Total deaths: 14 655
- Total active cases (currently infected patients): 35 060
- Tests conducted: 1 985 561
- Hospitalisations: 3 237 of which 694 are in high care or ICU
The Western Cape Government have also administered 960 594 vaccines to healthcare workers, including staff in the education sector and those within eligible age brackets. The current 7-day moving average is 87 deaths per day. Several new public vaccination sites were opened on Saturday, July 24 to ensure that a larger portion of the population can receive their vaccines.
“These sites were opened to assist residents who could not make their appointments during the week but also allowed people without appointments to walk in and be assisted. I want to recognise the 2046 people who made use of the opportunity to be vaccinated, bringing us closer to our target of vaccinating 1 million people in the province. By ensuring we vaccinate as many people as possible, we will be able to achieve herd immunity and save lives,” said Premier Alan Winde.
Meanwhile, the family of the man who spent 122 days in ICU at Groote Schuur Hospital due to COVID-19, are struggling to come to terms with his death, IOL reports. The 54-year-old Winston Cogill passed away on Saturday.
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