On Monday afternoon (18), Santa Cruz do Sul City Hall released a new epidemiological bulletin, detailing the current situation of Covid-19 cases in the municipality. According to the data released, the municipality records 22 suspected cases, while the total number of confirmed cases since the beginning of the pandemic reaches 51,267. In relation to confirmed cases in 2024 alone, the record is 773 people infected with the coronavirus.
The bulletin highlights that eight patients are hospitalized in the Land of Oktoberfest, two at Hospital Santa Cruz (HSC) and six at Ana Nery. Compared to the last week, the number of hospitalized people doubled (on March 11, the record was four people hospitalized). As for patients undergoing home treatment, the number totals 129 people. On the other hand, the total number of people cured reached the mark of 50,761 individuals.
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The survey also reveals that the municipality recorded another death related to Covid-19, totaling 423 deaths since the beginning of the pandemic. The victim, according to the bulletin, is an 81-year-old person. In 2024, there will be five deaths recorded as a result of the virus.
In addition to information about Covid-19, the bulletin also provided data about Influenza. 17 positive cases of the disease were identified in outpatient clinics, highlighting the importance of constant surveillance not only in relation to the coronavirus, but also other illnesses.
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