1 Feb 2023 Your key COVID-19 report
Weekly Epidemiological Update
1 February 2023
Globally, nearly 20 million new cases and over 114 000 deaths were reported in the last 28 days (2 to 29 January 2023), a decrease of 78% and an increase of 65%, respectively, compared to the previous 28 days. As of 29 January 2023, over 753 million confirmed cases and over 6.8 million deaths have been reported globally.
From this report onwards, we present changes in epidemiological trends using a 28-day interval. This helps to smooth out weekly fluctuations in case numbers and provides a clearer picture of where the pandemic is accelerating or decelerating.
In this edition, we include:
- The COVID-19 epidemiological update at the global and regional levels
- An update on the circulating SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern (VOCs) and Omicron subvariants under monitoring
- An update on hospitalizations and ICU admissions related to COVID-19
WHO's Health Emergency Appeal 2023
WHO needs US$ 2.54 billion to provide help and respond to the urgent needs of the most vulnerable amongst a record 339 million people in need of humanitarian assistance. Many are at risk of serious health threats, including disease outbreaks, nutritional crises, and lack of access to essential medical services, The funds will enable WHO to respond to 54 ongoing emergencies, 11 of which are Grade 3.
Revisit the launch event - Read the press release - Go to the appeal
Monthly Operational Update
December
Read more stories of work in countries around the world in support of the COVID-19 Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan 2021.
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