Coronavirus: Five new cases, no death in last 24 hours 

ALGIERS-Five new confirmed cases of Coronavirus (Covid-19), four recoveries but no deaths have been reported over the last 24 hours in Algeria, the Ministry of Health said Saturday in a statement.

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The number of confirmed cases in Algeria amounts to 271,712, and the number of deaths remains unchanged (6881) while that of recovered patients stands at 182,956 cases, the statement said.

One patient is currently under intensive care.

The Ministry of Health stresses the need to maintain vigilance, abide by the rules of hygiene and physical distancing, and keep wearing masks.[/ecr]