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Currently, 251 people still have coronavirus infection, 1607 have recovered, and 105 people are isolated.
80 people died from COVID-19, and another 13 people infected with coronavirus died from other causes.
As of June 1, 72 import cases had been registered in Lithuania.
During the last day, 3,645 samples were analyzed, in total – 489 thousand. 869.
Two new cases of coronavirus infection: one imported, the other in Panevėžys
The National Center for Public Health (NVSC) reports that coronavirus infection (COVID-19) was confirmed in Lithuania yesterday in two people. One of the confirmed cases is imported from Serbia, the other is established in Panevėžys county.
The first of the cases detected yesterday was diagnosed in Vilnius County by a foreigner who came to Lithuania from Serbia. It was established that the person arrived in Lithuania on July 6. Based on available data, the person was immediately isolated, so no exposed persons were identified.
The second case was identified in Panevėžys County. The first symptoms of a coronavirus infection were experienced on July 19. Two individuals in contact with the home environment were identified. Currently, an explanatory epidemiological study of the circumstances of the infection is continuing.
In Lithuania, a total of 1951 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in specific people, 251 people are still sick, 1607 have recovered, 105 people are isolated.
Key information about coronavirus
Coronavirus is a virus with a new structure that has never caused human infections before. Its main symptoms are similar to those of the flu: fever, cough, shortness of breath and other respiratory problems. In more severe cases, coronaviruses cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure, or death.
There is no specific treatment for the new coronavirus infection, only symptomatic treatment. Patients can be completely cured, depending on their condition and when treatment is started.
To avoid coronavirus, it is recommended to follow the general hygiene rules: wash your hands with warm soapy water, disinfect your hands, follow the sneeze and cough label, ventilate the facilities at least 2-3 times a day, clean the rooms daily. Frequently used surfaces in the room (eg nightclubs). tables, slatted frames and other bedroom furniture), use protective equipment, avoid meetings, keep at least 2 meters away from other people.
Modified case definition
The Ministry of Health (SAM), taking into account the changes related to travel, which came into effect on June 1. , clarifies the definition of the case. Hereafter, possibly ill, i. and. in case of suspicion, a person with characteristic symptoms of a coronavirus infection (COVID-19) who has traveled or lived in foreign states that are included in the list of countries published by SAM every Monday by decision of the Head of State Emergency Operations. It establishes the preventive measures that must be taken when returning from these countries.
In addition, a symptomatic person who has had close contact with a sick or potentially infected person during the past 14 days will also be considered a suspected coronavirus infection.
The Ministry of Health (SAM) recalls that, after evaluating the epidemiological situation in Lithuania, as of June 1, tests for coronavirus infection will be carried out in accordance with the new procedure. Preventive tests are expected to be carried out based on the municipality’s epidemiological indicators or, in other words, a risk assessment in a specific municipality. Patients experiencing symptoms, as well as hospitalized patients on a planned basis and after outbreaks of infection, such as those infected in a dormitory, will be specifically investigated.
It is expected that all people who develop at least one symptom of an acute respiratory infection, that is, and. temperature, cough, shortness of breath and more. Additional symptoms include sudden loss or weakening of smell or taste. Less specific symptoms include headache and muscle aches, chills, tiredness, vomiting, or diarrhea.
As before, all persons referred by specialists from the National Center for Public Health (NVSC) who work in pockets of infection, such as when a case is diagnosed in a dormitory-style house, will be examined. In addition, tests will continue to be carried out to confirm that the person has already recovered, the so-called repeated tests.
This means that not all travelers arriving or returning from abroad without exception will have to undergo a test, as is currently the case. They will check to see if you experience typical symptoms of a coronavirus infection.
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