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The National Center for Public Health informed BNS on Sunday that the person who died of coronavirus was at risk of age (between 61 and 70 years) and also had comorbidities. According to the center, a person has been treated for coronavirus since the beginning of August.
Last day’s data is released after examining nearly twice as many samples. During the last day 1916 samples were examined, on weekdays the volumes of the examinations vary around 4-5 thousand. samples.
Yesterday 39 new cases of coronavirus infection were confirmed
The highest number of COVID-19 cases was recorded (11) in Vilnius, 7 in Klaipėda, 6 in Tauragė, 5 in Šiauliai and Telšiai, 2 in Kaunas and Panevėžys counties and 1 in Alytus counties.
Imported: from Sweden and Finland
Two cases were identified in Panevėžys and Šiauliai counties of persons returning from abroad. One of them traveled to Sweden, the other to Finland.
The circumstances of the infection in eight people are unknown.
The circumstances of the infection of five people in Vilnius and one in Alytus, Klaipėda and Panevėžys counties are unknown.
Nine became ill after contact with previously infected people
Yesterday, nine cases were confirmed in individuals after contact with a person with a previously confirmed coronavirus infection. Four such cases were recorded in Vilnius county, three in Klaipėda and one in Šiauliai and Tauragė counties.
Half of yesterday’s cases – in chimneys
In Kaunas, a secondary case was established for a person who became infected after contact with a person whose infection is associated with a pharmaceutical company.
Two cases, one in Raseiniai and the other in a secondary case in Tauragė County, are related to the outbreak at the Raseiniai Police Station.
In Klaipėda County, three cases related to AB Klaipėdos Energija have been approved, eight of which are related to the outbreak at this company.
In Šiauliai county, three more cases have been approved involving a sewing company operating in this city. One case was confirmed to the employee, two other cases to the employees’ relatives. There are 37 cases related to this company.
In Tauragė County, four cases related to the outbreak have been identified in the military. A total of 44 cases of COVID-19 were identified in this approach.
In Telšiai County, 5 cases were confirmed, related to a business case on August 29. staff travel.
Another case was identified in one of the Vilnius bars. There are already four cases associated with the fireplace in this bar.
In Vilnius, another case is related to a company that is engaged in the construction of a cogeneration power plant in Vilnius. Eighteen cases have already been linked to this outbreak.
Two cases: in educational institutions
One case was identified for students from Vilnius Gabija Progymnasium and Klaipėda Lyceum. These individuals became infected after contact with previously confirmed cases.
NVSC reports that a total of 3335 cases of coronavirus infection have been confirmed in Lithuania, 1165 people are still ill, 2070 have already recovered.
Images of how the Covid-19 study is carried out, in a video report.
Updated recommendations
SAM remembers that the use of protective equipment that covers the nose and mouth is mandatory in closed public spaces. Residents are urged to wash their hands with soap and water as often as possible, to use disinfectants, and to follow the cough and sneeze etiquette. It is very important to take care of the environmental hygiene, the frequent ventilation of the premises, the daily cleaning of the surfaces used both at home and at work.
In case of acute signs of upper respiratory infection, it is necessary to stay home and consult the Coronavirus Hotline (tel. 1808) or contact your family doctor for a consultation. When visiting shops, pharmacies, markets, other open and closed public places, it is advisable to keep a safe distance of at least 2 meters from other people.
After close contact with COVID-19, isolation at home or elsewhere is required for 14 days after the last day of exposure. The isolation rules must be strictly adhered to throughout the isolation period.
In public, avoid direct contact with people with whom you normally do not interact, and avoid mass gatherings if possible. It is advisable to give priority to activities in open spaces.
When organizing a large personal celebration, it is recommended to postpone it if possible. Otherwise, it is advisable to limit the number of participants to ensure that the participants do not show any signs of respiratory infection. Participants are asked to observe coughing and sneezing etiquette, hand hygiene, and a safe distance.
Travelers are advised to postpone unnecessary local and international travel. In preparation for the trip, it is advisable to assess the epidemic situation of the COVID-19 disease (coronavirus infection) in a particular country, the need for the trip and the risk of possible quarantine (isolation) when returning to Lithuania. During the trip, it is recommended to avoid contact with sick people, observe hygiene, consume safe food and water.
Chronic patients and people over 65 are the most vulnerable population with a high risk of serious complications from coronavirus infection. Individuals from these population groups
It is recommended to ensure the least possible contact with other people, avoid places of mass concentration, take care of hygiene, if possible, use the services that are provided remotely.
Persons over 6 years of age must wear nasal and oral protective equipment in enclosed public spaces (public transportation, shops, service places, etc.), unless the service cannot be provided while the recipient is wearing a mask. It is not necessary to wear the mask when exercising in sports clubs and when visiting leisure and amusement parks, when it is not possible to provide the service with the mask on. Face masks cannot be used by people with disabilities who cannot use them due to their health or whose use may be harmful to their health.
Masks should be used so that they completely cover the mouth and nose. When using the mask, it is important not to touch it with your hands, and it is necessary to wash your hands when touching or removing it. Disposable masks must not be reused, thrown away after use.
We warn that the violation of these rules can lead to administrative responsibility and a fine of between 500 and 1,000 euros.
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