HANOI, March 31 (Xinhua) -- Vietnam's capital Hanoi has recorded 29 COVID-19 cases since the start of the year, with no deaths reported, local daily Tuoi Tre reported Tuesday.
The Hanoi Center for Disease Control reported 17 new infections across 12 communes and wards between March 20 and 27, up from three cases in the previous week, according to the report.
Regarding the BA.3.2 variant, which is currently being monitored by the World Health Organization (WHO), the local health department advised the public not to panic while remaining vigilant. The WHO said the variant shows some antigenic changes and immune escape characteristics under laboratory conditions.
The local health authority urged the public to maintain preventive measures such as wearing masks in crowded or enclosed spaces, regular disinfection, and seeking medical care in case of worsening symptoms. ■