Georgia reports 14 new cases of coronavirus, total number of cases stands at 511, 156 recovered

Georgia has reported 14 new cases of the coronavirus earlier today, bringing the total number of cases to 511. 

156 of the 511 people have recovered, while six others have died. 

As of today 347 people remain infected with COVID-19 in Georgia. 

5,085 people are under quarantine and 558 others in hospitals. 

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Two of the 349 infected individuals (active cases) two were foreign citizens who are no longer in Georgia. Photo: coronavirus live update.

Georgian Health Minister Ekaterine Tikaradze stated yesterday that Georgia is hitting the peak of the spread of the virus and no serious increase in COVID-19 cases is expected in the coming weeks. 

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Cemeteries around the country remain closed to prevent people from gathering there following the Easter holiday.