From: Exit News
Albania Coronavirus Update 23 August: 5 Dead, 152 New Cases

Five people infected with COVID-19 have died in Albania in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of victims to 248.

152 new cases have been found, bringing the total number of cases since the beginning of the pandemic to 8275, the Ministry of Health reported.

The new cases were found in Tirana (74), Durres (21), Korce (13), Elbasan (12), Lezhe (8), Shkoder (3), Gjirokaster (3), Klos (3), Kruje (2), Fier (2), Has (2), Permet (2), Kukes (1), Vlore (1), Sarande (1), Malesi e Madhe (1), Memaliaj (1), Shijak (1), Kucove (1).

There are currently 148 patients hospitalized with the virus, 19 are in intensive care, 7 are intubated in aggravated condition.

148 people have recovered in the last 24 hours, 4332 in total. 3943 cases are still active in the country,

Reminder:

In case you notice symptoms of the virus, call the National Emergency number 127.

Citizens can also call the Green Line at 0800 40 40 for psychological counselling or any information regarding COVID-19.