S. Korea adds 44 new virus cases, total at 13,417

TOKYO, July 12 (KUNA) -- South Korea reported 44 more cases of the new coronavirus Sunday, raising the country's total caseload to 13,417, according to Yonhap News Agency.
The nation reported one additional death, bringing the death toll to 289, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. Of the new cases, 15 were reported in the greater Seoul area.
Sporadic cluster infections across the country continued to weigh on the country's virus fight, with most tied to religious facilities and door-to-door retailers.
Since Friday, the country has banned churches from organizing smaller gatherings other than regular worship services and having group meals. QR code-based entry logs also have been applied to churches. (end) mk.bs