Ulsan City Holds Meeting on Measures Against Novel Coronavirus Infection

Mayor Song Cheol-ho Chairs Review of Agency Response Status

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Yoseop] On the afternoon of the 3rd, Ulsan City held a 'New Coronavirus Infectious Disease Countermeasure Agency Response Status Inspection Meeting' at the Ulsan City Hall Situation Room, attended by about 30 people including officials from the city, 5 districts and counties, the Office of Education, the Police Agency, Ulsan Quarantine Station, Ulsan University Hospital, and Donggang Hospital.

The meeting, chaired by Mayor Song Cheol-ho, was convened to proactively respond to domestic and international situations following the World Health Organization (WHO) declaration of an international emergency amid additional confirmed cases of the new coronavirus.

The attendees discussed related information sharing, cooperation and support for efficient response, management measures for Chinese entrants, as well as regional tourism and economic trends. Mayor Song urged the strengthening of the operation of temporary dedicated organizations established at district and county health centers. Additionally, he requested enhanced monitoring of suspected cases through the operation of quarantine task forces and maintaining a 24-hour emergency system.

Mayor Song said, “The city, districts and counties, and related agencies must unite to thoroughly respond to the new coronavirus infectious disease and pay special attention to ensuring that accurate and transparent information about the current situation is delivered to alleviate citizens' anxiety.”

Precautionary measures to prevent novel coronavirus infection. (Photo by Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency)

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