Gilgit Baltistan's coronavirus tally soars to 307

GILGIT: Seven new cases of the novel coronavirus emerged in Gilgit Baltistan on Friday, taking the total number of such cases in the region to 307, ARY News reported.

According to the health department, 213 patients have recovered from the infection so far.

The total number of cases in the region stands at 307, including three deaths.

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