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Covid-19 cases have surged in Helmand, say officials

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LASHKARGAH (Pajhwok): Coronavirus cases have dramatically surged in in southern Helmand province, health officials say.

Dr. Nasratullah Safari, director of the 20-bed Covid-19 Hospital, told Pajhwok Afghan News the number of positive cases had increased by nearly 70percent in the province over the past few days.

He said 206 positive cases were registered in January. About 130 tests were being conducted daily since the start of February, with six to 60 testing positive, he added.

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