Gaza Strip:
The Covid-19 numbers continue to decline. Between January 5 and 11, 2021, 2,936 new cases were detected.
The number of active cases currently stands at 7,907, down from 9,784 a week ago. There have been 447 deaths, up from 398 a week ago. There are 213 hospitalized patients, 117 in serious condition (down from 245 and 141 a week ago).
Spokesmen in the Gaza Strip explain the decline as the result of the general lockdowns imposed over the weekends and in the evenings. However, they warn that
the Gaza Strip is not yet out of danger, and appeal to the public to continue taking preventive measures.
Given the trend to halt the spread of the virus and the decline in the number of active cases, the ministry of health in Gaza announced