Covid-19: Authorities are now fearing a major outbreak of Delta variant


VIENTIANE, Sept 15 (Vientiane Times/ANN): Locally-transmitted cases of Covid-19 are on the rise in Vientiane and other provinces, sparking fears that this could cause a major community outbreak as most cases involve the highly contagious Delta variant.

Ceremonies such as funerals and gatherings to celebrate the birth of a baby, which are attended by large numbers of people, are one of the main causes of new clusters reported in Laos, health officials have warned.

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