Coronavirus is a viral disease that is actively spreading around the world. The Russian Federation is no exception in this area. High alert and quarantine was introduced in all regions.
Is there a Coronavirus in Kostroma?
As of March 17, no coronavirus has been recorded in Kostroma. At the end of April, the disease was diagnosed in two residents of the region. On April 3, the media informed about the death of a 70-year-old resident of the city from the coronavirus. The city was hospitalized two doctors were hospitalized. After the death of the patient, her social circle was established. 6 people were in self-isolation.
On April 7, the media reported that the disease was detected in the pediatrician of the clinic, which is located on Dimitrova Street. The medical center was closed to patients. In Kostroma, an epidemiological investigation was conducted, as a result of which the circle of people with whom the doctor was in contact was identified. There were no patients among them. 28 people are currently in self-isolation. All of them were examined and received negative test results. Doctors say that the health status of those who have been in contact with the doctor is satisfactory.
As of April 8, 9 cases of coronavirus infection have been registered. Treatment passes 6 citizens. Two of them are a woman and a schoolboy, who previously were in the UK. One patient has died and two others have recovered.
All about quarantine in Kostroma due to coronavirus
Education continued in the schools of Kostroma. From March 18 to March 20, free attendance was introduced, so parents themselves could decide whether their children would attend schools or not. From March 21, the children went on spring break, which will be extended until April 11.
The local authorities have decided to close kindergartens. Here, duty groups have been created for children whose parents work in organizations whose activities are aimed at combating the coronavirus. Kindergarten nurses are required to measure the body temperature of children and employees every morning.
The authorities of the city and the region believe that it is necessary to limit the mass gathering of school-age children. Therefore, they asked the owners of large entertainment centers to limit access to free Internet, as well as close play areas, and minimize the number of children participating in events.
No more than 50 spectators should be in cinema halls at the same time. Cinema staff must observe the rules of personal hygiene and frequently disinfect the premises. All residents of the Kostroma region who came from abroad must undergo a medical examination and remain in quarantine for 2 weeks. Such persons will be issued a sick leave. If citizens violate the quarantine rules, they face administrative liability.
As of April 8, 154 people are under the supervision of doctors. Since the risk of infection among doctors is the highest, additional protective equipment will be imported into medical institutions. The area is fully provided with disinfectants.
In Kostroma, it is forbidden to hold mass events - olympiads, conferences, competitions.
There are cases of infection in the region, so the region has taken a fairly strict quarantine in Kostroma.
Where to get tested for coronavirus in Kostroma?
On March 2, 2020, special equipment was brought to the Kostroma Region, which will allow people to be tested for coronavirus in Kostroma. Until that time, the biomaterial taken from people with suspected coronavirus was sent to Moscow and Novosibirsk.
The test for coronavirus in Kostroma is done in the centralized laboratory of the city hospital on Profsoyuznaya. Here they will analyze smears from the oral and nasal cavities of all Kostroma residents who have come from abroad. The analysis is carried out on the 10th day of people's stay in self-isolation.
Analysis in Kostroma is carried out free of charge according to indications. If a person has symptoms of an acute respiratory disease, then he is recommended to have a test. Also, the study is conducted for people who came from epidemiologically disadvantaged countries or have been in contact with sick people. It is impossible to pass the test on your own.
If you suspect a coronavirus, you do not need to visit the laboratory yourself, since this institution does not collect biomaterial. The patient is advised to call a doctor at home. Only a doctor can suspect coronavirus and prescribe testing.
Coronavirus hotline in Kostroma
Hotlines of various departments and organizations were opened in the Kostroma region. You can determine the specifics of issuing a sick leave, find out what the sanitary and epidemiological situation is in the region at the call center at 49 42 64 16 44. You should also contact here if you have any questions about the specifics of quarantine compliance.
Residents of Kostroma can call the hotline of Rospotrebnadzor 8 800 555 49 43. If you have questions about the provision of medicines to citizens, you can call Roszdravnadzor - 49 42 42 1500.
In Kostroma, 9 cases of coronavirus infection were registered. Local authorities have taken all necessary measures to prevent the spread of the disease in the region.