Due to the increase in the number of positive cases of COVID19 in the Republic of Cyprus and in European countries, the Ministry of Health reminds that all citizens should continue to observe personal protection measures (distance, hand hygiene) while wearing a protective mask in places of confusion (weddings, baptisms, concerts, parties etc.) , to persons belonging to vulnerable groups of the population, as well as persons who associate with people at high risk.
Recall that:
- Confirmed cases of coronavirus should remain in self-limitation for at least 7 days (with sampling day defined as day zero). Earlier release may be possible by ensuring a negative PCR molecular test on day 5. Find release instructions and protocol here: (English https:/bit.ly/3wq17yj, https:/bit.ly/3FJS2V3 and English https:/bit.ly/37H3V1G & https:/bit.ly/3sxbwqT ).
- Close contacts of confirmed cases of coronavirus should be reported by the positive case or their employer and follow the Department of Health guidelines for self-monitoring of symptoms and free testing. Find the guidelines for close contacts here: (Greek https:/bit.ly/3PgKDB5 and English https:/bit.ly/3swksfV ).
- If a person develops symptoms consistent with COVID-19 disease, they should limit social contacts and contact their Personal Physician for a free PCR test.
- The use of a protective face mask is mandatory for all employees as well as for visitors 12 years of age and older, in the interiors of public and private hospitals, outpatient clinics, medical and diagnostic centres, nursing homes and other care and accommodation facilities for the elderly and vulnerable groups, and rehabilitation centres, as well as on public transport.
Obligation to show a Safe Pass
For visits to nursing homes, closed facilities, outpatient clinics, nursing homes, medical and diagnostic centres, dispensaries, rehabilitation centres and accommodation centres:
- For persons not holding a valid certificate of vaccination or disease: Rapid test of 48 hours or PCR of 72 hours.
- For persons holding a valid certificate of vaccination or disease: No obligation
For patient visits in public and private hospitals
A 48-hour rapid antigen detection test (Rapid test) or PCR is required for persons over 6 years of age (2 persons per day, 1 person per visit).
- It is understood that in extremely urgent cases the number of persons and visits may be increased, subject to approval by the management of the hospital.
The Ministry of Health monitors the situation on a daily basis and evaluates the data and stands ready to review the measures if necessary.
- Telephone Contact numbers for COVID-19 issues: 1474 and 22421600 (08:00-20:00)
[*]Email: contacttracing2@moh.gov.cy
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