At the end of 2019, a new type of the COVID-19 virus was identified in China, the carrier of which is an infected person. After the new year, the coronavirus began to actively spread outside the city of Wuhan. Every day around the world, the statistics of people who become ill with a new virus is increasing. In March 2020, the Chinese virus reached Russia. Residents of cities daily monitor the statistics in their city and take all preventive measures.
Is there anyone infected with coronavirus in Barnaul
This question worries all residents of the city. A lot of rumors appear on the Internet that Barnaul has become ill with a coronavirus. The pandemic has long gone beyond China and began to spread throughout Europe. Almost all countries have infected citizens, and Russia is no exception. In the neighboring Kemerovo region, the first cases of an outbreak of the virus were reported, so all residents of the city of Barnaul are following all the news.
Official statistics confirm that at the end of March there were no residents infected with the Chinese virus in Barnaul.
The Governor of the Altai Territory issued an official statement in which he asked all citizens to take precautions. On the territory of the city, all security measures are observed so that a dangerous virus cannot enter the territory of Barnaul. The government restricted the entry into the city of foreign citizens who were in countries disadvantaged by the coronavirus.
How many people are in quarantine
Since March 17, all educational institutions and some organizations have been transferred to a remote mode of operation.
The Ministry of Education of Barnaul notes that such a precautionary measure is fully justified.
In the Altai Territory, 214 people are under quarantine, who must go through an incubation period and receive double negative tests.
There are 45 people at home who recently returned from Italy, Korea and other countries with a high percentage of the danger of infected people. Every day, doctors come to them, in special protection, and check their health status. While signs of coronavirus are not observed in patients.
The neighbors of the Altai Territory recorded cases of coronavirus
On March 14, the first cases of an outbreak of coronavirus were recorded in the Kemerovo region.
A dangerous disease was found in two patients who recently returned from Italy. Another 9 residents of the Kemerovo region were in contact with patients. Now all 11 citizens are in isolation. The condition of patients infected with the Chinese virus is satisfactory. There is a positive trend in health every day. No new cases of coronavirus outbreak have been registered in the Kemerovo region and neighboring regions.
Shortage of antiseptics and protective masks
In the pharmacies of the city of Barnaul, there is a large shortage of medical masks and alcohol antiseptics. Residents of the city are buying up a large number of preventive measures with a viral infection. Even before the first cases of coronavirus were detected in Russia, the demand for these goods increased sharply. Manufacturers of medical masks and antiseptics were not ready for such an increased hype. There is also strong demand for antivirals, cereals, toilet paper and other hygiene products. The government of the Altai Territory asks residents not to panic and not to buy antiseptics and masks in large quantities.
How to get tested for coronavirus
Many residents of the Altai Territory are very worried about the Chinese virus pandemic. Testing for coronavirus is possible only if necessary. These include: people who have recently arrived from other countries affected by the coronavirus and being in close contact with them. Patients who have an increase in temperature to high values \u200b\u200band pain in the throat can be examined. To take a test for coronavirus, you need to call the clinic at the place of residence and explain the situation. After the call, the doctor will come and take all the necessary tests for laboratory diagnosis. After 5 hours, the test for a viral infection will be ready. The patient receives official confirmation of laboratory tests. In the near future, the Ministry of Health plans to conduct tests for everyone.
So far, testing for coronavirus in Barnaul is only allowed with a doctor's referral. However, soon the right to diagnose GOVID-19 will be delegated to private clinics. Now the Center for Epidemiology and Hygiene of the Altai Territory has the exclusive right to process tests in the city for the presence of infection. On average, this procedure in a specialized institution takes 4-5 hours.
Only persons with obvious symptoms of pneumonia can apply for a coronavirus test in Barnaul. However, in order to prevent panic, the issue of testing for GOVID-19 for everyone is seriously considered. This proposal was made by Tatyana Golikova.
The increase in cases of coronavirus in Russia makes our compatriots worry. Residents of Barnaul are no exception in this series, although the city authorities managed to contain the development of the infection. Yet for the sake of their own peace of mind in Barnaul, many people want to be tested for coronavirus. However, people with symptoms of acute respiratory infections who arrived from countries with an unfavorable epidemiological situation can apply for free testing.
How to call the hotline
You can get all the reliable information by calling the hotline. By dialing the phone number (3852) 50-30-47), you can get all the answers to your questions from the call center operator. The line operates around the clock, anyone can call. The operator will answer the phone call and offer to ask a question of interest.
How not to get infected with coronavirus
At the moment, the whole world is at risk. It is necessary to observe enhanced preventive measures so that the Chinese virus is bypassed. The Ministry of Health has developed the following rules that reduce the risk of infection:
- Always wash your hands thoroughly after going outside with antibacterial soap. Every day, many bacteria remain on the hands, which can be sources of infection.
- Do not visit public places. During the quarantine, you must take precautions and refuse to go to restaurants, art galleries and cinemas.
- Do not travel outside the country unless absolutely necessary.
- Wear protective masks. The virus is transmitted by airborne droplets, so medical masks reduce the risk of contracting a pandemic.
- Do not eat raw meat and fish. The site of the initial infection is a market in Wuhan where exotic meat was purchased. For the duration of the quarantine, it is necessary to abandon Chinese food.
- Use alcohol antiseptic. They need to process their hands, clothes and other items that were in public places. Antiseptic must contain at least 60% alcohol to destroy all bacteria and viruses.
- Is not in close contact with people who have recently arrived from other countries and have not passed the incubation period of 14 days. The virus is spreading at lightning speed, so you need to take care of your health.
- At the first suspicion, you need to call the clinic and call a doctor at home. You can’t go to the clinic if you suspect a coronavirus, especially if you have recently returned from countries that are unfavorable for coronavirus. Only after two negative results can you contact people.
These preventive measures will reduce the risk of a virus that kills hundreds of people every day around the world. The introduced quarantine will help reduce the risk of infected people and save the lives of many citizens.