ArmInfo.A sharp increase in the incidence of the omicron strain is registered in Armenia, 2556 new cases of infection were recorded yesterday, RA Minister of Health Anahit Avanesyan said on January 27 at a government meeting.
"This week we are "in a period of progressive growth". As for hospitalization, there is a relatively low percentage of hospitalization - in the region of 5-6%," the minister said.
Currently, inpatient treatment of patients with COVID is carried out in six hospitals and, if necessary, additional beds will be deployed.
At the same time, according to the head of the Ministry of Health, the process of vaccination against COVID-19 in Armenia is actively continuing. "Over the past week, there has been a marked increase in the number of vaccinated people. The first dose was received by 45.3%, the second - by 37%," she said.