President Donald Trump on Sunday announced new coronavirus screening procedures for travelers to the United States, a day after his administration unveiled other measures aimed at containing the COVID-19 virus.
South Africans who have travelled to China in the past month said they had been subjected to screening when they arrived home.
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India is already on the World Health Organization’s list of 30 most at-risk countries for the virus.
Some infectious disease specialists have been calling for more widespread testing for coronavirus, and are expressing concern over faulty test kits.
The passengers are asked to give a declaration by filling a a form, which requires them to fill in their health status.
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Amid the novel coronavirus outbreak that has gripped a large number of countries across the world, governments have ramped up safety measures and precautions to contain the deadly disease. The virus, that has claimed over 3,000 lives and affected over 90,000 worldwide, does not have cure or any vaccine as of yet. As medical experts continue trying to help patients recover, countries have started a strict screening method to avoid the further spread of the disease. In India, 28 coronavirus cases have been reported. The coronavirus outbreak originated in China's Wuhan in December and has spread to over 60 countries.
Urging people not to panic, Union Minister for Health Dr Harsh Vardhan said that everyone must follow basic hygiene and those with flu-like symptoms should consult a doctor
Since most neighbouring countries have reported cases of coronavirus infections, Bangladesh is now at risk and Chinese ambassador to Bangladesh has urged all to stay alert.
TURKEY is ramping up their efforts to remain coronavirus-free with new screening measures for tourists visiting the country. The new rules will be implemented at airports for any international trav…