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“One of the most effective measures is the mandatory use of masks. Such a measure is being considered. First, of course, in transport, supermarkets and other mass gathering places, where it is difficult to keep a safe distance, “Deputy Health Minister Kristina Garuolienė told reporters.
According to her, the ministry is working to allow companies to conduct more research on the coronavirus.
“There are more opportunities for more people and companies to research their employees in a private laboratory. Those studies are currently being carried out in five laboratories. In the near future, we plan to make it possible to conduct research in state laboratories as well, ”said the Deputy Minister.
Consider various safeguards
Deputy Transport Minister Jaroslav Narkevich assured that the situation regarding the spread of Covid-19 in the country is under control.
“The situation is not only monitored, controlled, but also managed. All data is tracked, sent on time. Measures are planned to be proposed next week in the Covid-19 committee. There will be more clarity on that situation,” said J. Narkevičius .
He confirmed that one of the first security measures to control the spread of the coronavirus in the country would be the mandatory use of protective masks. Other measures include reducing the number of people allowed at meetings.
“It is above all a mandatory adjustment or use of masks. Right now, we are tightening the call, because we see that it is necessary to observe the distance and wear masks, especially in meetings, “said the minister.
Will decide next week
The tv3.lt portal reminds that the opinion of the doctors will be heard next week and, taking into account the recommendations of the specialists, the mandatory use of masks may be renewed in the future.
July 29 The next government meeting will present the situation of the spread of the coronavirus in the country, taking into account the recommendations of doctors and epidemiologists who will consider the return of the mandatory use of masks in the most risky places.
Members of the Cabinet of Ministers will also decide how many newly developed vaccines Lithuania will request from the joint purchase by the European Union. The resumption of hospital work and the provision of health services to the population will also be addressed. Ministry of Health July 29 will provide a detailed analysis of the situation.
In recent days, the number of infected people has increased to double digits, but so far it has not reached 5 infected 100,000. population within 14 days. This is a possible indicator for the introduction of mandatory use of masks in public places.
The size of this indicator is currently being reviewed by experts from the medical community and the Ministry of Health.
The list of dangerous countries is growing
SAM reported that as of Monday, July 27, the countries affected by Covid-19 disease will be those with a morbidity rate of more than 16 cases per 100,000 inhabitants in the last 14 days. To date, this figure has been 25 cases per 100,000. population.
Consequently, the list of countries from which Lithuanian and foreign citizens will be required to remain isolated for 14 days is lengthening. The morbidity rate is being reduced to coordinate border opening policies with the other Baltic States and the European Union.
Under current agreements, people from affected countries are subject to mandatory isolation for 14 days. However, if the 14-day morbidity reaches 25 cases per 100,000. Foreigners are prohibited from entering such countries unless they are subject to special exceptions provided by the Government of the Republic of Lithuania.
It is recalled that, according to epidemiological indicators, the list of affected countries is updated every Friday and takes effect on Monday.
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