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- Date2020-08-28 18:23
- Update2020-08-28 18:26
- DivisionDivision of Risk assessment and International cooperation
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Updates on COVID-19 in Republic of Korea
28 August, 2020
□ As of 0:00, 28 August 2020, the total number of confirmed cases is 19,077 (including 2,782 imported cases), of which 14,551 cases have been discharged from isolation. There are 359 new local cases, 12 new imported cases, and 3 new death.
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Overall case and test status, as of 0:00, 28 August (cumulative since 3 January 2020) |
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* Based on case data reported to the KCDC ** Testing in progress includes number of completed tests with negative results that are being recorded with delays ※ Figures subject to correction based on findings from epidemiological investigations |
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□ Major local clusters as of 12:00 today (28 August):
* The specific figures below may differ from the daily reported statistics or figures disclosed by local municipalities due to factors such as report timing and differences in the time period considered
○ Related to Sarang Jeil Church in Seongbuk-gu, Seoul City, 19 additional cases were confirmed from contact investigation. In total, 978 cases have been confirmed.
- 912 cases total in capital area (Seoul, Incheon, and Gyeonggi)
- 66 cases total in other areas (Busan, Daegu, Daejeon, Gangwon, Chungbuk, Chungnam, Jeonbuk, Gyeongbuk, Gyeongnam)
- To date, 150 confirmed cases of further transmissions from Sarang Jeil Church have been found related to 25 venues. Investigation is underway.
○ Related to August 15 Seoul rallies, 21 additional cases were confirmed from investigation. In total, 294 cases have been confirmed.
- Rally related (131), further transmissions (99), police (7), under investigation (57)
- Including only cases with no known relation to Sarang Jeil Church according to basic investigation; may change with new findings in further investigation
- 178 cases total in capital area (Seoul, Incheon, and Gyeonggi)
- 116 cases total in other areas (Busan, Daegu, Gwangju, Daejeon, Ulsan, Gangwon, Chungbuk, Chungnam, Gyeongbuk, Gyeongnam)
- To date, 61 confirmed cases of further transmissions from August 15 rallies have been found related to 6 venues. Investigation is underway.
○ Related to Muhan 9roup in Gwanak-gu, Seoul City, 10 additional cases were confirmed from contact investigation including 8 in Suncheon-si, Jeonnam Province. In total, 66 cases have been confirmed.
○ Related to an apartment complex in Guro-gu and a livestock company in Geumcheon-gu, Seoul City, 5 additional cases were confirmed from contact investigation. In total, 33 cases have been confirmed. Further investigation is underway.
- Index case (1), index case’s family (2), workplace contacts (23), index case’s apartment complex (7)
○ Related to In The Light Church in Nowon-gu, Seoul City, first case was confirmed on 22 August and 16 additional cases were confirmed. In total, 17 cases have been confirmed.
- Church members (8), further transmissions (family, friends, etc) (9)
○ Epidemiological link has been found between index case of Busan Yeonje-gu family cluster (16 cases) and Gyeongnam Gimhae-si group trip cluster (10 cases) and a case confirmed yesterday in Ulsan City. It has been found that they each visited Ulsan Country Club on 13 August. It is presumed that transmission occurred through use of gym and restaurant between 11:00 and 18:00 that day.
○ Related to a table tennis club in Gwangju City, 2 additional cases were confirmed. In total, 14 cases have been confirmed from contact investigation. Further investigation is underway.
□ Imported cases as of 0:00, 28 August:
○ 12 new imported cases
- 8 were confirmed at the point of entry and 4 were confirmed in the community while in mandatory self-quarantine after arrival
- 8 Korean nationals and 4 foreign nationals
○ Infection acquisition location (presumed):
- Asia excluding China: Indonesia 3, India 2, Russia 2, Pakistan 1, Uzbekistan 1
- Americas : US 3
□ Church-related cases in August, as of 12:00, 28 August:
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Region |
Name of church |
Index case confirmed date |
Total confirmed |
Cases aged 60 or above |
Severe or critical cases (total) |
Risk factors found |
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Seoul |
Sarang Jeil Church |
8.12 |
959 |
402 (41.9%) |
16 |
▴Singing without proper mask wearing ▴Insufficient distancing (1m or less) during service ▴Small group activities and meals ▴Attended service while infectious |
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Full Gospel Church |
8.15 |
49 |
14 (28.6%) |
2 |
▴Small gatherings outside of church after service ▴Transmission within church facilities ▴Transmission to family and friends |
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Doesaegim Church |
8.12 |
14 |
2 (14.3%) |
- |
▴Distance 1m or less ▴Held service in small space without masks |
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Incheon |
Galilee Church
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8.21 |
46 |
19 (41.3%) |
1 |
▴Poor ventilation ▴Inadequate distancing ▴Inadequate mask wearing ▴Small group meetings, group prayer events, retreats |
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Lord’s Church
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8.14 |
39 |
8 (20.5%) |
- |
▴Poor ventilation ▴Inadequate distancing ▴Inadequate mask wearing |
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Fruit Bearing Church
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8.19 |
21 |
1 (4.8%) |
- |
▴Insufficient ventilation within church facility during service ▴Inadequate mask wearing ▴Small group gatherings, group prayer events, retreats outside of regular worship service |
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Gyeonggi |
Woori Jeil Church |
8.11 |
203 |
53 (26.1%) |
4 |
▴Choir took off mask when singing during service ▴Meals after service ▴Weekday visits/meetups |
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Banseok Church |
8.5 |
38 |
21 (55.3%) |
- |
▴Meals with other church members after service |
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Rejoice 153 Church |
8.5 |
27 |
10 (37.0%) |
1 |
▴Insufficient ventilation or windows in service area (underground) ▴Meals together after service |
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Junimui Saem Church |
8.8 |
18 |
5 (27.8%) |
- |
▴Small space with poor ventilation ▴Meals together after service |
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Chung- nam |
Dongsan Church |
8.18 |
15 |
4 (26.7%) |
- |
▴Under investigation |
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Gwangju |
Sunglim Baptist Church |
8.24 |
31* *including index case related to Seoul rallies |
Under investigation |
- |
▴Choir (27 confirmed out of 50 choir members) |
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Total |
12 churches |
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1,460 |
539 (36.2%) |
24 |
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○ Risk factors found through epidemiological investigation include:
- Combination of poor ventilation in on-site service area, inadequate mask wearing (not wearing at all or taking off when talking or singing), and having meals together
- Participating in group activities outside of regular service such as small groups, prayer events, and retreats, and having conversations in close contact
- Attending service despite having symptoms, leading to further transmission to other churches, care facilities, and workplaces
○ As church-facilitated infections continue to spread in the communities nationwide, KCDC requests all churches to have services in non-face-to-face ways and suspend any in-person gatherings, events, and meals in compliance with the administrative measure.
□ Gathering and travel related cases in August, as of 12:00, 28 August:
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Regions with cases |
Index case |
Number of confirmed cases |
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Total |
From gathering/trip |
Further transmission |
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Lotteria managerial staff meeting |
Seoul, Gyeonggi |
8.11 |
15 |
9 |
6 |
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Gyeonggi Yangpyeong-gun group gathering |
Gyeonggi |
8.14 |
49* *including index case related to Gold Train |
32 |
17 |
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Busan Sasang-gu friends gathering |
Busan, Gyeongnam, Daegu |
8.17 |
16 |
4 |
12 |
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Class reunion Sokcho trip |
Seoul, Gyeonggi, Incheon |
8.18 |
25 |
4 |
21 |
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Anyang/Gunpo friends gathering |
Seoul, Gyeonggi, Chungnam |
8.20 |
20 |
7 |
13 |
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Gonjiam friends trip |
Seoul, Daegu, Gyeonggi, Jeonbuk, Jeonnam |
8.22 |
12 |
3 |
9 |
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Suncheon/Cheongju family gathering |
Seoul, Busan, Incheon, Chungbuk |
8.22 |
11 |
11 |
- |
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Gimhae golf trip gathering |
Gyeongnam, Ulsan, Busan |
8.25 |
10 |
7 |
3 |
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Total |
Total 11 cities and provinces |
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158 |
77 |
81 |
○ COVID-19 transmission can occur to anyone at any place and any time when in-person contact occurs.
○ The public is advised to cancel or postpone all non-essential outings, social gatherings and trips.
○ When going out, make sure to wear a mask and practice proper mask wearing techniques.
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Guidance on proper mask wearing ▴Wear mask when going out ▴Mask should cover mouth and nose completely ▴Do not touch mask surface with hands ▴Keep mask on at all times except while eating or drinking |
□ Social Distancing Level 2 has been extended to the whole nation effective 24 August. KCDC reminds the public that compliance with infection prevention measures and participation in social distancing efforts is the most important to stopping the spread of COVID-19.
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Public Guidance for Level 2 Social Distancing ➀ Do not go to work if feeling sick - Call KCDC call center by dialing 1339 or contact local public health center or screening clinic ➁ Postpone or cancel non-essential outings, social gatherings, events, or travel - Essential travel includes getting medical care, buying necessities, or to going to work - At restaurants or cafes, order takeout rather than dining in - Home training or outdoor exercising is recommended in place of going to gyms - For social activities, utilize PC or smartphones to have online meetings - Use online shopping over physical stores ➂ If going out, wear mask and follow infection prevention guidelines - Do not visit crowded, confined, or close-contact places with poor ventilation - Wear mask indoors as well as outdoors whenever 2m distancing can’t be maintained - Ensure mask covers mouth and nose completely and do not touch mask - Keep mask on except to drink or eat - Maintain physical distance from other people (2m recommended, 1m minimum) - No droplet-producing activities such as shouting, singing out loud, or chanting - No physical contact with others such as handshakes or hugs |
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REGIONAL DISTRIBUTION AND EPIDEMIOLOGICAL LINKS OF CONFIRMED CASES |
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Region |
Confirmed cases |
Other major clusters |
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Total |
Imported cases |
Clusters |
Other* |
Under investigation |
New cases |
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Sub- total |
Shin- cheonji cluster |
Other local clusters |
Related to imported cases |
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Seoul |
3,532 |
381 |
2,045 |
8 |
1,966 |
71 |
516 |
590 |
146 |
Large clusters: • Nightclubs (277) • Richway (208) • Guro-gu call center (170) • Coupang fulfillment center (152) • Gwangju door-to-door sales (150) • Fitness/sport facility in Cheonan (123) • Newly planted churches group (119)
Recent clusters: • Sarang Jeil Church • August 15 Seoul rallies • Woori Jeil Church • Athletic college prep class • Lord’s Church • Table tennis club • Michuhol Elderly Daycare Center • Exon R&D • Homigot Hoejip restaurant • Humansia • Yoido Full Gospel Church • Muhan 9roup • Real estate auction firm • Jukjeon/Daeji High Schools • Cheonan Hospital • Guro-gu family / livestock company • Fubon Hyundai Life Call Center • Public bath • Galilee Church |
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Busan |
285 |
45 |
169 |
12 |
105 |
52 |
40 |
31 |
8 |
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Daegu |
7,007 |
68 |
5,257 |
4,512 |
741 |
4 |
938 |
744 |
8 |
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Incheon |
671 |
85 |
454 |
2 |
444 |
8 |
71 |
61 |
27 |
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Gwangju |
347 |
42 |
267 |
9 |
252 |
6 |
18 |
20 |
17 |
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Daejeon |
239 |
23 |
115 |
2 |
113 |
0 |
66 |
35 |
3 |
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Ulsan |
81 |
31 |
28 |
16 |
8 |
4 |
17 |
5 |
1 |
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Sejong |
65 |
9 |
44 |
1 |
42 |
1 |
10 |
2 |
2 |
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Gyeonggi |
2,997 |
498 |
1,760 |
29 |
1,665 |
66 |
400 |
339 |
113 |
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Gangwon |
184 |
25 |
114 |
17 |
96 |
1 |
28 |
17 |
3 |
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Chung- buk |
116 |
24 |
59 |
6 |
46 |
7 |
14 |
19 |
5 |
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Chung- nam |
307 |
42 |
203 |
0 |
202 |
1 |
30 |
32 |
9 |
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Jeonbuk |
86 |
27 |
24 |
1 |
23 |
0 |
27 |
8 |
2 |
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Jeonnam |
120 |
26 |
45 |
1 |
42 |
2 |
40 |
9 |
12 |
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Gyeong- buk |
1,449 |
40 |
1,081 |
566 |
515 |
0 |
195 |
133 |
1 |
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Gyeong- nam |
216 |
63 |
110 |
32 |
76 |
2 |
26 |
17 |
4 |
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Jeju |
36 |
15 |
7 |
0 |
6 |
1 |
10 |
4 |
2 |
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Ports of Entry |
1,339 |
1,339 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
8 |
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Total |
19,077 |
2,783 |
11,782 |
5,214 |
6,342 |
226 |
2,446 |
2,066 |
371 |
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(%) |
(14.6) |
(61.8) |
(27.3) |
(33.2) |
(1.2) |
(12.8) |
(10.8) |
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* Includes contacts of confirmed cases ※ The interim classification is based on the reporting location, which may change depending on further epidemiological investigation. |
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AGE DISTRIBUTION OF SEVERE CASES |
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Total |
Severe |
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% |
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Very severe |
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% |
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Total |
58 |
32 |
( |
100 |
) |
26 |
( |
100 |
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80 and above |
11 |
10 |
( |
31.3 |
) |
1 |
( |
3.8 |
) |
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70-79 |
21 |
8 |
( |
25.0 |
) |
13 |
( |
50.0 |
) |
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60-69 |
16 |
9 |
( |
28.1 |
) |
7 |
( |
26.9 |
) |
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50-59 |
7 |
5 |
( |
15.6 |
) |
2 |
( |
7.7 |
) |
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40-49 |
3 |
0 |
( |
0.0 |
) |
3 |
( |
11.5 |
) |
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30-39 |
0 |
0 |
( |
0.0 |
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0 |
( |
0.0 |
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20-29 |
0 |
0 |
( |
0.0 |
) |
0 |
( |
0.0 |
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10-19 |
0 |
0 |
( |
0.0 |
) |
0 |
( |
0.0 |
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0-9 |
0 |
0 |
( |
0.0 |
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0 |
( |
0.0 |
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Confirmed cases by gender and age group |
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* Total (cumulative) number of cases reported since January 2020 by sex and age / Population by sex and age (based on resident registration data of the Ministry of the Interior as of January 2020)
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Deaths by gender and age group |
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IMPORTED CONFIRMED CASES
NEW CASES (LAST 2 WEEKS) BY CHAIN OF TRANSMISSION
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