The health authorities in Bouira, Algeria, have reported a significant recovery rate among COVID-19 patients. According to a statement from the Bouira Health Directorate, 27 patients aged between 5 and 83 years old have been discharged from the infectious disease service at Mohammed Boudiaf Hospital. These patients, from various communes in Bouira, tested negative for COVID-19 and were allowed to return home. This brings the total number of recoveries in the province to 45.

The recovery of these patients is a welcome development in the fight against COVID-19 in Bouira. The patients were being treated at the hospital for several days before being discharged. The health authorities have been working tirelessly to contain the spread of the virus and provide adequate care to those infected. The discharged patients were from various communes, including Bouira, Sour El-Ghozlane, Taguidit, Dechmia, Aomar, Lakhdaria, Ath-Rached, and Ath-Leqsar.

Unfortunately, not all patients have been as fortunate. A 86-year-old woman from Tagudit, who had been hospitalized for over a week, passed away due to respiratory complications. This brings the total number of COVID-19-related deaths in Bouira to six. The health authorities have expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and continue to work to prevent further spread of the virus.

New cases of COVID-19 continue to be reported in Bouira. A 45-year-old man from Lakhdaria tested positive for the virus on Thursday. This brings the total number of confirmed cases in the province to 59. The health authorities have been working to identify and track the contacts of the new patient to prevent further spread of the virus.

Currently, eight patients are still hospitalized at Mohammed Boudiaf Hospital, receiving treatment for COVID-19. These patients are from various communes, including Lakhdaria, Bouira, Bir-Ghbalou, Raouraoua, Taguidit, and Bordj-Okhriss. The health authorities are working to provide them with the best possible care and prevent further complications.

In addition to the confirmed cases, 29 people suspected of having COVID-19 are being isolated at hospitals in Bouira, awaiting the results of their tests. The health authorities are working to conduct further tests and provide care to those in need. The situation in Bouira remains under close monitoring, with the health authorities working to contain the spread of the virus.

The health authorities in Bouira have urged the public to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The public is advised to follow health guidelines, including social distancing, wearing masks, and frequent handwashing. The authorities have also expressed gratitude to the healthcare workers who have been working tirelessly to combat the pandemic.

Key points

  • 45 COVID-19 patients have recovered in Bouira, Algeria.
  • Six people have died from COVID-19 in Bouira.
  • There are 59 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Bouira.

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