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 As on today, the total number of positive cases in the State stands at 415. Out of this, the total active cases are 251 and 164 have recovered. All the positive persons are receiving medical care at the designated COVID-19 Hospitals. As per the severity of symptoms, all the 251 active cases are asymptomatic.

As per the distribution of the 415 cases by age, there are 4 cases between 0-17 years, 396 cases between 18-44 years, 13 cases between 45-64 years and 2 cases between 65-74 years.

Till date, a total of 11,449 samples have been tested. Out of the 11,449 samples, 7,794 samples have been received at the BSL-3 lab at the Naga Hospital Authority Kohima (NHAK), and a total of 7,315 samples have been tested; out of which 341 samples have tested positive. A total of 4,548 samples have been tested by Truenat also, out of which 108 samples have tested positive and sent for confirmation by RT-PCR.

A total of 5,632 persons are presently under Facility Quarantine.

If anyone develops any signs and symptoms of Cough, Fever or Difficulty in Breathing, he/she may contact the State Helpline Number 1800 345 0019. Please wear face masks in public places and maintain social distancing.

(DIPR)