Haenam-gun Prepares Quarantine and Medical Systems for Winter COVID-19 Resurgence

Formation of Health and Medical Response Council for Local Medical Institutions, Prompt Support for Operations

[Haenam=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Hyun] In November, the average daily number of COVID-19 confirmed cases in Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do, doubled to 32 compared to October, prompting proactive measures to prepare for a COVID-19 resurgence.

On the 21st, the county formed a health and medical response consultative body consisting of 13 members from seven organizations, including the Haenam Medical Association, the Pharmaceutical Association, and local hospitals and clinics. They plan to respond swiftly to COVID-19 and new infectious diseases through rapid patient transport, mutual support among affiliated institutions, and information sharing.

Additionally, two field response teams with eight members have been organized to visit facilities where confirmed cases occur, minimizing damage by providing on-site visits, consulting on infection prevention, and infectious disease response.

To ensure smooth COVID-19 treatment, 23 respiratory patient treatment centers and 12 pharmacies responsible for oral antiviral medications have been designated and operated. In cooperation with Haenam General Hospital, general isolation rooms for pediatric patients have also been secured and operated to respond to the recent increase in pediatric COVID-19 cases requiring hospitalization.

A county official stated, “As the weather gets colder and indoor activities increase, exposure to the 3Cs (closed spaces, crowded places, close-contact settings) becomes more likely, increasing the risk of infection. Therefore, it is important to follow personal prevention rules such as vaccination, ventilation, and handwashing,” and requested the cooperation of residents.

Haenam=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Hyun alwatros@asiae.co.kr

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