Due to the global epidemic corona virus, 4 crore 47 lakh 48 thousand 874 people have been infected and 11 lakh 79 thousand 63 have died in the world.
During the last 24 hours, 5 lakh 4 thousand 419 new cases and 7 thousand 104 deaths have been reported in the world.
The number of people who have recovered from Corona has reached 3 crore 27 lakh 24 thousand 508 and there are 1 crore 8 lakh 45 thousand 303 active cases.
The United States ranks first among the countries affected by the corona virus, where the number of deaths is more than 233 thousand and the number of infected people has reached 9120 thousand 751.
India ranks second in the world in terms of corona cases, where the number of deaths has reached 120 thousand 563, while more than 8 million 38 thousand people have been diagnosed with the virus.
The total number of deaths due to Corona in Brazil has reached 158 thousand 468, while the number of infected people is more than 54 lakh 69 thousand.
In Russia, more than 15 lakh 63 thousand people have been affected by the corona virus and the total number of deaths has reached 26 thousand 935.
In Spain, more than 11 lakh 94 thousand people are infected while 35 thousand 466 people have lost their lives. In France, more than 12 lakh 35 thousand people have been affected and 35 thousand 785 have lost their lives.
In Argentina, more than 1130 thousand people have been infected and 30 thousand 71 deaths have occurred. More than 30 thousand deaths have occurred in Colombia while 1 million 41 thousand cases have been reported.
The first death from Corona in the world was reported in China on January 11, 2020. On April 9, the total number of deaths due to Corona had reached one lakh. The first 100,000 deaths from Corona were reported in the first 89 days.
On April 24 this year, the death toll from Corona had reached 2 lakh and it took only 15 days for one to 2 lakh deaths. By May 13, 3 lakh deaths were registered worldwide and it took 19 days to reach 2-3 lakh deaths.
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**Interview with Dr. Emily Carter, Epidemiologist and Public Health Expert**
**Editor:** Good afternoon, Dr. Carter. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the latest statistics on COVID-19.
**Dr. Carter:** Thank you for having me.
**Editor:** As of April 13, 2024, we see that there have been over 704 million confirmed cases and more than 7 million deaths from COVID-19 globally. What does this tell us about the current state of the pandemic?
**Dr. Carter:** These numbers are staggering and indicate that the pandemic is far from over. While we have seen advances in vaccine distribution and public health measures, the high case and death counts show that the virus continues to spread rapidly in many regions. It highlights the importance of continuing to follow public health guidelines and ensuring that vaccines reach those who need them most.
**Editor:** Absolutely. Recently, it’s reported that during the last 24 hours alone, there were over 504,000 new cases and more than 7,000 deaths. What factors contribute to such a high daily infection rate?
**Dr. Carter:** There are multiple factors at play. Variants of the virus continue to emerge, some of which may evade immunity from previous infections or vaccinations. Additionally, in some regions, public health measures have been relaxed, leading to increased social interactions and gatherings, which can facilitate transmission. Vaccine hesitancy also remains a significant challenge.
**Editor:** You mentioned vaccine distribution. As of now, approximately 327 million people have recovered from COVID-19. What role does vaccination play in this recovery?
**Dr. Carter:** Vaccination plays a crucial role in reducing the severity of illness and the likelihood of severe outcomes, including hospitalization and death. It also contributes to herd immunity, which helps protect those who are vulnerable or cannot be vaccinated. The recovery rates are encouraging, but they would likely be higher and come with fewer complications if vaccination rates were improved.
**Editor:** Given these statistics, what advice would you give to our viewers in order to stay safe amidst the ongoing pandemic?
**Dr. Carter:** I would encourage everyone to stay informed about the situation in their local areas, follow public health guidelines, and get vaccinated if they haven’t already. It’s also important to remain vigilant, practice good hygiene, and be cautious in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces. if you feel unwell or exhibit symptoms, please get tested and self-isolate until you receive your results.
**Editor:** Thank you, Dr. Carter, for sharing your insights today. It is crucial that we all continue to take this pandemic seriously as we navigate through these challenging times.
**Dr. Carter:** Thank you for having me, and let’s hope for a healthier future ahead.
