Index – National – Coronavirus: new rules come into force today



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As of today, the use of the mask is mandatory not only in shops and public transport, but also in cinemas, theaters, shopping centers, health and social care institutions and customer reception offices. It is also valid from today that after the 23rd all restaurants and entertainment venues will close, as well as the fact that instead of fourteen days, only ten days will be the duration of the official home quarantine.

The government decided on September 16 that stricter regulations would come into effect today. Consequently, the provisions on the use of masks will be extended in accordance with the rules mentioned above, nightclubs will be open until 11 pm, the price of the coronavirus test will not exceed 19,500 HUF, and from October 1 , the fever of children will not only be measured in schools, but also by teachers. . Cecília Müller said in a statement Friday that there are not many new rules, but they must be followed.

As of Monday, the masks will be mandatory in shopping centers, cinemas, theaters, museums, libraries, post offices and other customer services, as well as in addition to public transport, at its stops, waiting rooms and sports facilities. According to the arrangement, to cover the face of the scarf will no longer be enough, a regular mask should be used. Non-compliance with the rules can be sanctioned, operators can call the person to wear a mask, but can also request police help. In addition, they can be inspected by public health professionals in government offices.

– said the national medical director, adding that the objective of the new provisions is not to restrict daily life, but to toughen existing rules.

According to the regulations, both MÁV and Volánbusz will be adjusted from today, the masks must be worn before takeoff, and even carried at the station or train stop, or in any room where they are waiting for the means of transport. With the exception of children under the age of six, the rule applies to everyone. Violators can be fined or excluded from the trip, and police action can be requested in the event of a confrontation.

The quarantine period will also change from today: from Monday to fourteen instead of fourteen will be the duration of the mandatory quarantine. Cecília Müller detailed yesterday: based on experience to date and international practice, it is considered that ten days are enough to recognize the symptoms of the coronavirus, since the incubation period is five to six days.

According to experts, around December-January will reach the peak of the epidemic. They ask that

  • keep social distance
  • wash your hands frequently and thoroughly
  • those who have been ordered an official home quarantine for a stay abroad or for any other reason,
  • anyone with symptoms should not go to the community but stay home and notify their GP by phone
  • Schools and kindergartens can only be entered by teachers and students from October after a body temperature measurement.

The protection of elderly and chronic patients is of the utmost importance. The elderly are also asked to pay more attention to themselves and general precautions. Visiting hospitals and nursing homes is prohibited. And nursing home owners should do everything they can to prevent infection.



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