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The number of new coronavirus cases that persist at alarmingly high levels, as well as more critical numbers such as hospitalizations, intubations and deaths, show that the second wave of pandemics is not progressing well, threatening the country with tragic social and economic consequences.
The damage will be much greater if a blanket lockdown is eventually necessary, a possibility that scientists cannot rule out if critical indicators of the epidemic continue to deteriorate.
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On Sunday, the new cases appeared slightly reduced, although more than 200, but the number of patients and intubated remains at alarming levels. Since data over the weekend that everything is underperforming is not considered indicative of actual data, the situation remains highly critical.
For the sake of truth, with experts warning of many asymptomatic, who could potentially turn into health bombs, the findings of rapid tests that detected 28 cases in randomized controls in Kypseli alone keep the alarm red and explain why Attica has been under the microscope of scientists.
A notable difference that further complicates the situation in relation to the handling of the first wave of the pandemic is that society, which in the first phase was the government’s most valuable ally, now appears to be tired but has gained experience to judge effectiveness. of government proposals, with a significant part of them reacting and questioning the importance of some of the restrictive measures.
The opposition has also changed its position, stigmatizing many of the government’s options, accusing it of lack of planning and criminal errors and omissions in critical areas such as Health and Education, of handling the second wave of the pandemic “putting oil on fire.”
The alarm before blocking becomes one-way
In these circumstances, the government is doing its part, recruiting experts and launching a new communication campaign to convince citizens of the urgency of implementing restrictive measures, so that they do not have to proceed with a general blockade a second time, which it’s doubtful. If the Greek economy will hold out, which – we must not forget that – the corona virus “hit” before it managed to recover from the intensive care of the memoranda.
The financial staff’s statements on the effects of the general lockdown on the economy are indicative. The Finance Minister, Christos Staikouras, highlights (Kathimerini) that its cost reaches 2.5% -3% of GDP, although in order not to cause panic, he is quick to assure that “the guards are aware” and have done their part for every possibility.
Less “diplomatic” is the Deputy Minister of Finance, Theodoros Skylakakis, who in statements to MEGA clarified that in the event of a generalized shutdown, “we will have a serious setback in the psychology of the economy and greater pressure on companies that are under constant pressure. and trying to fend for themselves. ”
These statements from the most competent lips make it clear why the government wants to avoid imposing a lockdown at all costs, at least not before it has exhausted all its weapons, asking experts for suggestions on restrictive measures that can be implemented and putting obstacles in the way. in the path. spread of the virus.
The measures under consideration
After the lockout of kiosks and commercial premises to empty the squares, where young people take refuge, after the dawn of bars, cafes, restaurants, the government is considering the universal imposition of a mask and the prohibition of traffic.
Of course, with the hope that these measures are implemented and the objectives are achieved, something that did not happen at least on the first day of the measure for the kiosks, with the suffocating squares full.
According to information from MEGA, the “table” is currently three meters:
- Restriction of movements of people over 65 years of age. In this case, the SMS and the special travel form will be restored.
- Outdoor mask
- Restriction or prohibition of night traffic
The Prime Minister is expected to be briefed on all developments during his scheduled teleconference on Monday with experts from the expert committee.
Claiming the obedience of society
However, without citizen obedience to implement restrictive measures, any attempt is doomed to failure, the scientists clarify.
The dilemma raised in his last speech by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis “self-protection or quarantine” does not seem to have affected citizens much, with the Opposition speaking of “threat”, “blackmail” and transfer of responsibilities to society for the government to resign. your own responsibilities and to hide your errors and omissions.
The government is now launching a new information campaign on the pandemic, which has also provoked reactions from the Opposition given the data and the “secondary effects” created by the first campaign. SYRIZA denounced new attempts at manipulation, while KINAL presented an amendment to establish objective rules for the financing of the media to publish or disseminate an information campaign on the coronavirus pandemic, leaving clear clues for an attempt to control the media. .
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