Because of five new cases reported on Thursday morning, the number of citizens infected with the
coronavirus (COVID-19) in Peru rose to 22, the
Ministry of Health (Minsa) has confirmed.
In a statement, the ministry indicated that the five newly detected cases involve women: The first one was a passenger coming from Italy (21), the second had travelled to Germany and Spain (28), the third patient is 25 years old, followed by citizens of the ages 49 and 63, whose cases are under investigation.
905 samples of suspected cases have been analyzed to date.
The Health Ministry reiterated that the
National Health Institute (INS) is the only official and authorized entity for the processing of samples and the delivery of results in Peru.
Minsa is the official source of authorized information on coronavirus in the South American country. Thus, the content circulating in social media and other unofficial networks should not be deemed as true.
The ministry recommends washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; covering nose and mouth with the forearm or a tissue when coughing or sneezing; avoiding eye, nose, and mouth touching with unwashed hands; and avoiding close contact with people who have respiratory illnesses.
Prevention
Minsa recommends that people should take the following preventive measures:
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• Cover your nose and mouth with your forearm or a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
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Published: 3/12/2020