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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reported two deaths in the last 24 hours by novel coronavirus as the number of confirmed positive cases has surged to 538,622. The nationwide tally of fatalities has jumped to 30,403 on Monday.
According to the latest figures by the National Institute of Health (NIH), at least 675 persons were tested positive for COVID-19 across the country in the past 24 hours.
Pakistan has conducted 14,632 tests in the past 24 hours out of which 675 persons were tested positive for the disease. The COVID Positivity Ratio was recorded at 4.61 percent.
COVID-19 Statistics 04 July 2022
Total Tests in Last 24 Hours: 14,632
Positive Cases: 675
Positivity %: 4.61%
Deaths: 02
Patients on Critical Care: 153— NIH Pakistan (@NIH_Pakistan) July 4, 2022
NCOC issues new SOPs
The National Command and Control Centre (NCOC) has issued new standard operating procedures (SOPs) for government offices amid rising coronavirus cases.
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In a statement, the coronavirus monitoring body has directed the government employees to wear masks and ensure social distance in offices.
According to NCOC, all government employees will be briefed regarding coronavirus SOPs. All staff will ensure the implementation of SOPs for their families as well as themselves. In addition, wearing masks will be made compulsory in offices.