Covid-19 cases climbs to 176 in Sri Lanka

Covid-19 cases climbs to 176 in Sri Lanka

April 6, 2020   06:46 am

The Ministry of Health confirms that one more patient has tested positive for the Coronavirus, increasing the total number of cases in the country to 176.

The Epidemiology Unit of the Health Ministry states that 33 patients have recovered so far while 138 patients are currently under medical care. 

The number of deaths in Sri Lanka due to COVID-19 stands at 5.

Over 250 suspected patients are under observation at selected hospitals. 

Disclaimer: All the comments will be moderated by the AD editorial. Abstain from posting comments that are obscene, defamatory or slanderous. Please avoid outside hyperlinks inside the comment and avoid typing all capitalized comments. Help us delete comments that do not follow these guidelines by flagging them(mouse over a comment and click the flag icon on the right side). Do use these forums to voice your opinions and create healthy discourse.

Most Viewed Video Stories

Minister Sunil Handunnetti files complaint with CID over 'altered' audio clip (English)

Minister Sunil Handunnetti files complaint with CID over 'altered' audio clip (English)

Five fishing trawlers allegedly owned by 'Dehibale Malli' seized by CID officers (English)

Sri Lanka set to record highest reserves post-crisis - CBSL Governor (English)

Energy Minister addresses concerns over Mannar wind power plants (English)

LIVE🔴 Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin 6.55 pm

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Midday Prime News Bulletin

Low pressure zones in the vicinity of Sri Lanka to bring heavy rains until Nov. 29 (English)

Cabinet approval to suspend issuance of new licences to operate analogue TV channels (English)