Saudi health ministry reports 819 new COVID-19 cases, 2 deaths

The total number of cases has reached 555,417. (AP/FILE)
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  • More than 50.6 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered since the Kingdom’s immunization campaign began, with more than 23.2 million people fully vaccinated

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia confirmed 819 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, bringing the total number of cases since the start of the pandemic to 556,236.
It also confirmed two new COVID-19-related deaths, bringing the Kingdom’s death toll to 8,877. The Ministry of Health said that of the current cases, 54 remain in critical condition.
It added that 239 patients had recovered from COVID-19, bringing the total number of recoveries in the Kingdom to 541,853.
More than 51 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered since the Kingdom’s immunization campaign began.
The ministry, which has 587 vaccine centers throughout the Kingdom, urged people who have not yet received a jab to register to receive one through its Sehhaty app. It also renewed calls for the public to adhere to precautionary measures.
Meanwhile, testing hubs and treatment centers set up throughout the country have helped millions of people since the outbreak of the pandemic.
Taakad centers provide COVID-19 testing for those who show no or mild symptoms, or believe they have come into contact with an infected individual, while Tetamman clinics offer treatment and advice to those with virus symptoms such as fever, loss of taste and smell, and breathing difficulties.
Appointments for either service can be made using the Sehhaty app.