COVID-19 deaths in America reach 905 in one week, highest in Guatemala.

This week's COVID-19 statistics in the Americas still depict a concerning situation, with high death tolls remaining in most countries. Three countries recorded increased deaths this week, while two others saw a decrease in the number of deaths.

In terms of percentage, the top five countries with the highest increase in deaths are Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, Chile, and the United States. The total deaths in these five countries as of Thursday, March 30, 2023, amounted to 905, with a weekly growth rate above -30.22 percent.

Guatemala ranks first, with a 100 percent increase in weekly deaths. Worldometer recorded two deaths in this country, a 100 percent increase compared to the previous day.

Next is Mexico, which recorded 46.15 percent more deaths compared to the previous week. Daily data shows a 1.72% decrease in deaths compared to the previous day. Peru recorded 73 deaths (up 1.39%), Chile saw a 2.41% decrease in deaths, and the United States recorded 635 deaths (down 30.22%).

Looking at the number of reported deaths, the highest number of deaths in the Americas over the past seven days occurred in the United States, with 635 deaths. Reported deaths in this country decreased by 30.22% compared to the previous week. Following this, Mexico reported 114 deaths (up 46.15%), Chile 81 deaths (down 2.41%), Peru 73 deaths (up 1.39%), and Guatemala 2 deaths (up 100%).

The total number of deaths in the Americas over the past seven days was 905. This accounts for 31.48 percent of global deaths caused by the COVID-19 virus, totaling 2,875. The number of deaths in the Americas decreased compared to the previous seven-day accumulation of 1,144 deaths.