New Zealand has reported 3657 new COVID-19 cases and 40 additional deaths, nearly double the number Te Whatu Ora/Health NZ reported last week.
Of these, 2158 were reinfections. 208 cases were in the hospital, with none in intensive care.
The Ministry of Health reported 8943 new cases and 25 more deaths last week. The dedicated Covid-19 Healthline and doctor services have ended, with funding ending on 30 June.
Health NZ’s Martin Hefford reiterated the commitment of healthcare professionals to the public’s health. Covid-19 will be managed as “business as usual” and treated similarly to other communicable diseases, with Healthline nurses and paramedics continuing to provide advice and information.
