Coronavirus belongs to the category of viral diseases that are transmitted by contact and airborne droplets. In early March, the disease began to spread rapidly throughout Europe.
Where was the first case of coronavirus registered in Donetsk?
The first case of coronavirus in Donetsk was registered and laboratory confirmed on March 31. The “Minister of Health of the DPR” O. Dolgoshapko expressed the opinion that the virus could have been deliberately brought into the territory of the “Republic”.
How many patients with coronavirus in Donetsk?
The chairman of the Donetsk military-civilian regional administration reported 11 cases of infection with the disease. He claims that only one person died from pathology. Mass media report that 5 people have already recovered in the Donetsk region.
Can we trust the statistics of the self-proclaimed authorities?
The Ministry of Reintegration reports that the occupiers may be hiding the real number of people infected with coronavirus in the region. The locals don't know how the virus spreads, so they can't protect themselves. The situation in the region is deteriorating due to the lack of not only protective equipment, but also medical personnel.
Until March 28, the militants said that no coronavirus had been recorded in the “Donetsk National Republic”. At that time, it was not possible to assert the misinformation of Russian groups, since there were no test systems for detecting coronavirus in the region. The difficulty lies in the fact that the Russian media are spreading misinformation.
Quarantine measures in the city
Quarantine in Donetsk was introduced even before the first cases of coronavirus infection appeared. Strict preventive measures were taken in the controlled area. Since March 27, catering establishments have been operating in accordance with a reduced schedule.
Shopping centers do not provide entertainment services. Fitness rooms and sports clubs were allowed to conduct classes on weekends only in the fresh air. Philharmonics, theaters and cinemas have temporarily suspended work until further notice. Markets in the region operate as usual.
Since March 27, 2020, quarantine has been introduced in Donetsk schools. Teachers teach children remotely and go to work to fill out paperwork. Kindergartens do not work. Most organizations have moved their employees to work remotely.
On April 2, the “DPR” introduced administrative liability and a system of fines for quarantine violations. The groups provided information that within three days protocols were drawn up for violators in the amount of 1 million and 27 thousand rubles. According to the information provided, this amount should be paid by 7 citizens who violate quarantine, as well as representatives of public catering and trade.
Where to get tested for coronavirus in Donetsk?
There are no laboratories in the Donetsk National Republic where one could be tested for coronavirus. If necessary, testing will be carried out in Russian laboratories.
On March 10, the Director of the Department of Epidemiological Service D. Klishkan announced the imminent appearance of special systems for diagnostics. He claims that now anyone can do a coronavirus test in Donetsk. But, Klishkan did not say where the test systems will be supplied from. He claims that 6 hospitals have been prepared in the region, where the coronavirus will be treated.
Where are the borders of the city left open?
Citizens of the republic cannot travel to the Russian Federation, as the borders are closed. Upon entering the territories controlled by the occupiers, a person must self-isolate for 2 weeks. In urgent cases, an exception is made. People who are not residents of the region are not allowed into the region.
If a person travels from Ukraine to the occupied territory, then the Ukrainian side will let him out, but the terrorists will not let him in. Local residents are outraged by the current situation, as the checkpoints are closed, so local residents cannot receive a pension in Ukraine. They say that the invaders are guided by information from the Russian Federation.
Special checkpoints have been set up at checkpoints where medical assistance will be provided. In accordance with the previously provided information, checkpoints will not let people through until mid-summer. In this regard, people of retirement age are in a panic, since they will not be able to receive a Ukrainian pension until that time.
According to official information, the coronavirus is not actively spreading in Donetsk. But, you should not trust this information, since strict quarantine indicates the presence of problems in the region.