Yeonggwang-gun, All-Out Effort to Prevent the Spread of Novel Coronavirus

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Jeon Seong] Yeonggwang-gun, Jeollanam-do (Governor Kim Joon-seong) announced on the 30th that it is making every effort to prevent the inflow of the novel coronavirus infection in advance.

While devising systematic response measures, it is also strengthening the promotion of preventive guidelines to residents.

When the infectious disease crisis alert level for the novel coronavirus infection was raised from caution to warning, the county formed an emergency quarantine task force headed by the deputy governor.

In addition, Yeonggwang General Hospital and Yeonggwang Christian Hospital were designated as screening medical institutions, and screening clinics were established and operated within the public health center.

Hand sanitizers and masks are being prioritized for distribution to public institutions, financial institutions, transportation facilities, and other multi-use facilities for residents, while promoting preventive behavior guidelines and overseas travel precautions. A 27-member epidemiological investigation team divided into four groups has been organized to maintain a 24-hour emergency response system, preparing for any possible situation.

Earlier, on the 29th, a related agencies' countermeasure meeting was held with the attendance of the president of the medical association, the president of the pharmaceutical association, and representatives of screening medical institutions to discuss strengthening the response system among related agencies for the novel coronavirus infection, information sharing, cooperation for efficient response, and support measures.

Governor Kim Joon-seong said, “We ask everyone to follow preventive guidelines such as hand washing and wearing masks to prevent the novel coronavirus infection.”

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