Record rise of coronavirus: 424 new cases identified, 5 people dead



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The disease was diagnosed in a total of 8,663 people, 4,727 were still ill and 3,773 recovered.

A total of 125 people have died since COVID-19, five more than was reported Wednesday. For other reasons, 38 people died.

There are currently 31,000 in isolation. 575 people.

As of June 1, 366 import cases had been registered in Lithuania.

During the previous day, 10,212 samples were analyzed for suspected coronavirus. So far, a total of 925,000 have been investigated. 758 samples.

This week, starting October 19. until October 25. inclusive, the residents of the districts of Raseiniai, Kelmė, Šiauliai, Joniškis, Švenčionys, Plungė, Radviliškis, Skuodas, Kaunas, Šilalė, Šakiai, Vilnius and Trakai, as well as Elektrėnai, Druskininkai, Druskiniinkai COVID-19, and Klania-vienna, Druskiniinkai (19) . These 19 municipalities have a higher incidence than other Lithuanian municipalities.

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 encouraged to wash their hands with soap and water as often as possible, to use disinfectants, and to follow 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 Coronavir 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 respect cough and sneeze etiquette, hand hygiene, and 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 group of the 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 6 years of age and older must wear nasal and oral protective equipment in enclosed public spaces (public transportation, shops, service places, etc.), unless 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 a person’s 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 when touching or removing it, it is necessary to wash your hands. Disposable masks should not be reused, discarded after use.

We warn that the violation of these rules can lead to administrative liability and a fine of between 500 and 1,000 euros.



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