Friday, March 13 2020 14:47

ArmInfo. On March 13, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, a meeting was held in the Government, during which the course of measures aimed at  preventing the spread of Coronavirus in the Republic of Armenia was  discussed.  During the meeting, RA Minister of Healthcare Arsen  Torosyan informed that according to the latest data, 6 cases of  Coronavirus have been identified in Armenia, and 5 patients feel well  and do not have serious symptoms.

One patient was diagnosed with pneumonia, but no deterioration in  health was recorded. The Minister noted that since yesterday,  appropriate steps have been taken to clarify and isolate the circle  of those who had contact with Coronavirus infected people.

Torosyan also pointed out that the state has no shortage of medicines  and medical supplies, there is also a necessary reserve of protective  masks that are provided to medical institutions. At the same time, it  was noted that steps were being taken to import a new batch of masks.  The Minister emphasized that there is no need to wear a mask on the  street, since this protective measure is applicable only in direct  contact with the patient.

He also said that today the citizens isolated on March 1 will be  examined, and it is likely that the results will be negative, that  is, they will not be diagnosed with Coronavirus.  During the meeting,  work on the fight against Coronavirus and further steps were  discussed. <We ask, if possible, to avoid participation and  organization of mass events, especially those of our compatriots who  have any disturbing symptoms.

The Coronavirus Prevention Commission operates on a daily basis, and  today will also be its meeting. We monitor developments every hour.  For us, the greatest challenge is not only making decisions, but also  making these decisions as effective as possible>,  said Prime  Minister Nikol Pashinyan.  He also urged citizens to follow official  information and not to trust unverified and false rumors circulated  in social networks. At the meeting, it was decided before March 23 to  stop classes in preschool and educational institutions. <On March  18-19, we will once again discuss the problem, and if necessary, we  will extend the deadline>,  said Pashinyan.