Laos provinces continue lockdowns to slow down Covid-19 transmissions

VIENTIANE, Oct 24 (Vientaine Times/ANN): Xekong, Bokeo and Luang Namtha provinces are strengthening virus control measures and maintaining lockdowns in a bid to slow the spread of Covid-19.

In Xekong, a lockdown is in force until November 4. Authorities are attempting to trace people who have come into contact with others known to have contracted Covid, so they can also be tested for the virus.