Schools closed in 16 provinces, cities to prevent spread of COVID-19
Authorities of 16 provinces and cities nationwide have decided to close schools since February 1 after some pupils were found to have been in contact with COVID-19 patients. Ha Noi also decided that all bars, karaoke parlors and discotheques must close and residents are told to avoid non-essential gatherings from February 1 to contain spread of COVID-19.
As of 6:00 am on Monday, Viet Nam confirmed 1,819 COVID-19 cases, including 933 local infections.
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