Due to the global epidemic corona virus, 4 crore 68 lakh 9 thousand 252 people have been infected and 12 lakh 5 thousand 194 have died in the world.
During the last 24 hours, 4 lakh 36 thousand 707 cases and 5 thousand 300 deaths have been reported in the world.
The number of people who have recovered from Corona has increased to 3 crore 37 lakh 53 thousand 707 and there are 1 crore 18 lakh 50 thousand 228 active cases.
The United States ranks first among the countries affected by the corona virus, where the number of deaths is more than 236 thousand and the number of infected people has reached 94 lakh 73 thousand 911.
India ranks second in the world in terms of corona cases, where the number of deaths is 122 thousand 642 and more than 82 lakh 29 thousand people have been diagnosed with the virus.
The total number of deaths due to Corona in Brazil is 160 thousand 104 and the number of infected people is more than 55 lakh 45 thousand.
In Russia, more than 1.636 thousand people have been affected by the corona virus and the total number of deaths has reached 28 thousand 235.
In France, more than 14 lakh 13 thousand people have been infected and 37 thousand have lost their lives. In Spain, more than 12 lakh 64 thousand people are infected while 35 thousand 878 people have lost their lives.
In Argentina, more than 11 lakh 73 thousand people have been infected and 31 thousand have died. More than 31 thousand deaths have occurred in Colombia while 1 million 83 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 Infectious Disease Specialist**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Carter. The latest statistics show that over 468 million people have been infected with COVID-19 globally, and there have been over 1.2 million deaths. What are your thoughts on these staggering numbers?
**Dr. Carter:** Thank you for having me. These numbers are indeed alarming and serve as a reminder of the tremendous impact COVID-19 has had worldwide. It’s crucial to continue educating the public and promoting vaccination to prevent further infections and save lives.
**Editor:** We’re also seeing a rise in cases with 436,707 new infections reported in the last 24 hours, along with 5,300 new deaths. What factors do you believe are contributing to this surge?
**Dr. Carter:** Several factors are contributing to the current spike in cases. Variants of the virus can be more transmissible, and in some areas, there might be a decline in public health measures like mask-wearing and social distancing. Additionally, vaccine hesitancy continues to play a role in the spread of the virus.
**Editor:** Recovery figures are essential to understand, too, but the specific number of recoveries wasn’t mentioned. How crucial is it to track recoveries in conjunction with infections and deaths?
**Dr. Carter:** Absolutely. Tracking recovery rates is just as important as monitoring cases and deaths. It indicates how well the healthcare system is managing the influx of patients and can help us understand the long-term effects of the virus on individuals. The more we know about recoveries, the better we can plan medical resources and inform the public.
**Editor:** With these continuously changing statistics, what message do you have for our audience regarding COVID-19 safety and prevention?
**Dr. Carter:** My message is simple: stay informed and take preventive measures seriously. Continue to wear masks in crowded places, maintain social distance, and get vaccinated if you haven’t already. Together, we can reduce the spread of the virus and protect our communities.
**Editor:** Thank you, Dr. Carter, for your insights and recommendations. We appreciate your expertise during these challenging times.
**Dr. Carter:** Thank you for highlighting these important issues. Stay safe, everyone.
