Switzerland’s COVID-19 death toll surpasses 1,187

Another 119 people contracted the coronavirus in Switzerland over the past day, Report says, citing RIA Novosti.

According to the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health, a pandemic claimed the lives of another 45 people over the past day. As of April 21, the country recorded 28,063 positive cases, while 1,187 deaths.

The federal government announced on April 16 an easing in three steps of measures aimed at combatting the pandemic. The deliberate approach to loosening the lockdown is based on recommendations from experts and the weighing of several factors, the government said, including the need to continue protecting the public, particularly those at high risk, and the economic benefits of a gradual lifting of measures.

In the first phase, which will begin on April 27, hair salons, physiotherapists, hospital outpatient services, medical and dental offices, florists, DIY shops and garden centers will re-open with precautionary measures in place.