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The briefing of the Ministry of Health on the coronavirus was completed with Sotiris Tsiodras, Gikas Majorkinis, Nikos Hardalias and Vassilis Kontozamanis.
Sotiris Tsiodras was “mobilized” in the information, since for the first time in our country a four-digit number of coronavirus cases was registered, since EODY announced the nightmare of 1,259 infections in the last 24 hours.
In addition, 12 deaths and 102 intubated were announced. It is recalled that yesterday, Monday, EODY announced 715 new cases, 7 deaths and 95 intubated.
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The reappearance of Professor Sotiris Tsiodras in the information established in the Ministry of Health began with dramatic tones. “It is impossible to control the spread of the virus, we need a mature conscience, but we do not lose hope and we continue to fight,” said the professor. As he added, our life continues with measures, pointing out at the same time that “the prohibition has enormous consequences for society, enormous spiritual and mental consequences.”
“We are facing a difficult December.” We know it will be worse because we will also have respiratory infections. “” The innocent and careless behavior of our children should not be associated with the transmission of the virus to vulnerable groups, “said Sotiris Tsiodras.
What did Sot say about the confinement? Tsiodras
He was clear about the blockade, highlighting that at the moment it is not something that is strongly discussed in Europe but also in Greece, since “it will be our last option.”
However, he left open the possibility that we will be drawn into this pan-European election if things get worse. The committee tries to avoid the ban in the country, but “a crucial role will be played by the personal choice of each one of us, that is, if it will respect its neighbor and implement the measures,” he said.
Regarding the course of the epidemic, Mr. Tsiodras was clear and emphasized that “the virus spreads and the health system is threatened, especially in northern Greece “. As he explained, we have a difficult period ahead of us until January, adding that clearly the second wave of coronavirus in our country is worse, emphasizing that it is something we expected.
«It is the moment of conscience and the moment that hearts speak is a choice of freedom to observe the measurementsHe is stressed.
We will not lose hope, says infectious disease specialist
However, Sotiris Tsiodras was optimistic: “I hope that the vaccine will arrive perhaps sooner than expected.” Today we had a meeting with the Russian ambassador, he told us about the hope of the Russian vaccine. There is hope not to lose hope, but we cannot remain indifferent to the dispersion. “Unfortunately, our personal freedoms are being violated, but the mask, the distance is our only option,” he said characteristically.
He himself, speaking personally, said that has been going to cafes and restaurants since last February He added that “when it is deemed necessary to meet a friend of mine, I will not remove my mask even in the restaurant while talking to him, except when it is to eat.”
In addition, he added that the proper use of the mask, especially in public transport, hand washing, which does not transmit the virus to the eyes, and avoiding confusion should be our daily routine from now on. “The virus does not respect anyone, there are no limits, it will spread, if you have it, it will spread. “When we impose a behavior on ourselves, we apply it more easily,” Mr. Tsiodras emphasized.
A lot of effort is being made to track cases
“It is impossible to invest in greater comfort in transportation, scientists continue to say. Wear your mask, don’t wear it incorrectly or under your nose, “continued Sotiris Tsiodras.
Shortly before closing his placement, the infectious disease specialist referred to the importance of tracking. “A great effort is being made to track cases, the more people we find in the new cases, the more we can control the epidemic,” he said.
Aggressive rise of coronavirus in Greece
Gikas Majorkinis referred to the negative record of 1,259 coronavirus cases, of which 112 were due to known outbreaks and 62 were detected at the gates of the country.
The professor said that of the new cases, 295 were found in Attica, 291 in Thessaloniki, 75 in Rodopi, 75 in Serres and 47 in Larissa. Before referring to Greece, Mr. Majorkinis said that France is seriously affected with more than 50,000 diagnoses per day. Additionally, Mr. Majorkinis noted that the percentage of positive tests in Switzerland is now 29%.
Referring to Greece, Majorkinis emphasized that the coronavirus pandemic jumped from 400 diagnoses last week to more than 700, with clear signs of expansion, while speaking of an aggressive rise in the epidemic just around the corner. As you said, the spread of the virus outside of Attica is faster and remains largely high.
Coronavirus diagnoses in young people remain high
Referring to age groups, Mr. Majorkinis reiterated that young people 19 to 39 continue to be infected at higher rates. For now, as you said, the 40-65 age group is in the middle of the 19-39 age group.
As he said, the aggravated epidemiological profile coincides with the increase in transmission due to climate change, leading to increased synchronization indoors.
At the same time, the country’s seven-day coronavirus death rate remains in the middle 9 and 10, the average age of the deceased being 79 years.
Hardals announced a mini-confinement in Ioannina and Serres
Ioannina and Serres will be in a mini-confinement from Thursday, October 29, as announced by Nikos Hardalias.
During the information on the course of the pandemic in the country, the Deputy Minister of Civil Protection announced that Ioannina and Serres are now included in the “red” level. At the same time, he stressed that Thessaloniki and Larissa are in an extreme situation.
What will be applied in Ioannina and Serres
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Level 4 – Increased risk provides for the mandatory use of a mask in all indoor and outdoor workplaces, the suspension of all meetings in public and private spaces, as well as a ban on traveling outside the Regional Unit of Ioannina and Serres.
Likewise, the operation of the following is suspended:
- Courts, Prosecutors, Mortgage Offices, all types of Cadastral Offices and Branches of the “Hellenic Property Registry”
- Archaeological sites, museums, caves
- Live performances and auditions, other performing arts
- Movie screenings
- Rehearsals, television and cinematography: suspended film and television filming – videoconference essays
- Nightclubs including banquets, catering, bars
- Musical stage
- Catering: only the delivery service of products in a package from the store (take away), distribution of products (delivery) and transit through the vehicle (drive through) is allowed
- Playgrounds
- All kinds of sports games and workouts (only individual sports are allowed)
- Gyms
- Fairs-Sunday markets and other markets of article 2 of law 4497/2017 (A ‘171)
- Retail
- Hairdressers, personal care services, etc.
- Conferences – Exhibitions
- Amusement and theme park services
Regarding transport: Mandatory use of a mask in all means of transport, 65% in public transport, up to 1 passenger in a taxi, limitation on the number of passengers in the car up to 3 people
The operation of schools and all types of educational structures continues with the mandatory use of masks in all interior and exterior areas (governed by special provisions of joint ministerial decisions), while for Higher Education Institutions (IES) only the la long distance education.
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