COVID-19 Surge: Hospitalisations and Deaths on the Rise in Greece

COVID-19 cases and related hospitalizations are on the rise in Greece, according to the latest data from EODY. Health officials are urging vigilance as the number of deaths also increases.

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A significant increase in COVID-19 cases has led to a corresponding rise in hospitalisations, intubations, and deaths in Greece, according to the latest epidemiological report from the National Public Health Organization (EODY).

Greek data released for the week of July 1-7 revealed a sharp uptick in new COVID-19 admissions, with 575 patients requiring hospitalisation. This figure represents a substantial increase compared to the previous four-week average of 380 and is more than double the number recorded during the same period last year.

Intubations also saw a concerning rise, with nine new cases reported. While the number of patients currently on ventilators stands at 13, the trend is nonetheless worrying.

Tragically, the death toll from COVID-19 reached 21 for the week, surpassing the four-week average of 13.

Despite the concerning COVID-19 figures, EODY reported that flu-related infections remain at low levels.

Health authorities are closely monitoring the situation and urging the public to remain vigilant.

Read more: Greece COVID

(Source: Amna)

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