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The images of the crowds that existed, one more night, in the squares, despite the imposition of new restrictive measures due to the coronavirus pandemic, cause intense concern and concern.
The EL.AS verifications were hundreds, however in some areas synchronicity was not avoided, a fact that leads the government and experts to consider additional measures, especially in Attica, which one day emerged as the “champion” of the cases .
The main concern of the government is to make all the sacrifices to avoid the general blockade that would dissolve the economy and have serious political costs. Therefore, discussions take place between experts and decision makers about the next steps, in case there is no decrease in cases by the end of the week.
What measures are being considered
Experts have focused since the beginning of the month on registering possible scenarios and measures that should be activated depending on the course of the coronavirus epidemic.
So right now on the expert table there are five meters
1. Traffic stop at night. The closing of the stores at 12 o’clock and the mandatory closing of kiosks and warehouses at the same time, was done to limit traffic in the afternoon hours. However, if congestion continues in the squares, the restriction of night traffic is not ruled out. Possibly done using SMS for those who need to move.
2. Restriction of the trafficking of older persons. It is the scenario on which there is much discussion, since it is aimed essentially at people in their 65s who are undoubtedly careful and abide by the measures. There may be a schedule for your visit to supermarkets or other places and return of SMS or signed statements to leave home. Oh St. Petsas denied that a measure is being considered that will only affect a specific age group.
3. Universal use of a mask in Attica on the Trikala model. Many scientists suggest it is the last resort if the situation disappears forever.
4. Rotating operation of schools and mobile schedules. And of course promoting teleworking. Regarding the ongoing program, N. Kerameos said there would be a problem with the full day. “If necessary, we will move on to rotating teaching and distance education,” stressed the Minister of Education in the morning.
5. Closing of shops from 10 pm. Two hours before for restaurants and bars, although it is a measure that would increase the economic problems of entrepreneurs and possibly bring more young people to the squares.
It is worth noting that, as experts say, the implementation of a movement notification system either by SMS or in the form for people over 65 but also for vulnerable groups, in order to reduce the severe impact of the coronavirus in them, it always remains one of the most important. the tools that can be used for specific population groups.
Another measure that is considered possible is the restriction of movements during the afternoon hours in case the crowding in the squares does not stop even with the closing of the stores.
The two measures that will be considered when the situation now reaches the limit of the uncontrollable are the universal use of a mask and the prohibition of movement.
In any case, the next 24 hours are considered critical, while despite the intense literature on the closure in Attica in case the measures that have been announced do not work, this measure is only the last “weapon” and the design by Maximos – as highlighted by Kyriakos Mitsotakis: should be avoided.
Intense concern about squares: high probability of over-transmission, dozens can be infected
However, the images of crowded squares in recent days are the government’s biggest concern, constantly sending messages that there are other measures in its quiver.
Speaking to SKAI this morning, Charalambos Gogos stated that “we must go down to a double digit number of cases to be happy.”
“There was a danger with the increase in cases that we saw become 1,000.
Now there is stability. At the moment the glass is half full. “
Mr. Gogos stated that there is a possibility of excessive transmission of the coronavirus in the squares, due to overcrowding. 80-90 or even 100 people can be infected in such cases.
In fact, he pointed out that the dispersion in Athens is due to all this. In these meetings of people without a mask. “They are one on top of the other and without a mask.”
Youth Bell – Three intubates under 40, including a 25-year-old
And although yesterday the number of cases was significantly reduced, the concern of those who specialize in daytime cases and especially their average age remains.
In particular, the mean age of the cases, the highest percentage of which belongs to the age group 18 to 39 years. Specifically, according to the EODY graph, 43.7% of the cases belong to this category, while 36.9% belong to the age group of 40 to 64 years.
As reported to SKAI by the infectious diseases specialist Charalambos Gogos, 4 out of 10 who are hospitalized in the ICU are under 65 years of age, while according to the information, three under 40 years are currently intubated. Two of them are 37 years old in “Sotiria”. and a 40-year-old in “Evangelismos.”
39 years ended in “Laiko”
It is noted that yesterday a 39-year-old woman ended up in Laiko hospital yesterday, due to complications from the coronavirus.
The woman was hospitalized for intubation, while according to the information she had an underlying disease.
In critical condition, 25 years of Tinos
At the same time, a 25-year-old from Tinos is in critical but stable condition, five days after presenting symptoms of coronavirus.
The young man tested positive and was transported on Saturday from Tinos by EKAB helicopter to Athens in a special capsule.
According to OPEN, the 25-year-old remains in the ICU of the Asclepieion de Voula, while according to the latest information, his respiratory function has improved slightly. According to doctors, the young man had no underlying diseases.
First refugee died in our country
His last breath was left yesterday by an immigrant who tested positive for the coronavirus and finally ended. This is the first death of a refugee in our country from Covid-19, since the beginning of the pandemic.
He is a 61-year-old Afghan father of two, who lived in the Malakasa structure, tested positive for the coronavirus and was treated at Evangelismos.
Gaga in MEGA: this is the image in intensive care
Referring to the current situation in the intensive care unit, he noted that “there are empty beds. Every time a unit turns on a coronavirus unit, beds are reduced for other issues. We are not in danger right now, but if the numbers are as high as last week, we may be in danger. We are all in this together. “We cannot say that we do not believe in the virus or that we do not wear a mask.”
“It just came to our attention then. This is the gamble that the pandemic has brought. Trying and working for everyone. Otherwise, it doesn’t make sense. What matters is how each of us behaves.” A small percentage can do blow everything up, “Ms. Gaga said.
Regarding the possibility of a new lockdown, Ms. Gaga said: “I don’t know and I hope there is no general lockdown on the table.” If things get really bad, I imagine it will be a fatal solution. But we don’t want that. “
“In places where we even get close, it is important to wear a mask. I would prefer to do it on our own,” he stressed on whether the mandatory universal use of a mask will be applied as a measure.
“To those who do not believe, I ask them to come to the hospital to see what is happening. “Believe it or not, let’s take it as a measure that protects those around us,” he said, closing, addressing the negative aspects of the virus.
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