The authorities call on the population to wear protective masks and to maintain physical distancing in enclosed spaces. Such a recommendation was formulated by the National Extraordinary Public Health Commission that came together in connection with the rise in new cases of COVID-19 the past few weeks, IPN reports.

This way, the national plan for preparing for and responding to the infection with the novel coronavirus will be updated in accordance with the evolution of the epidemiological situation and potential scenarios. The Commission adopted recommendations concerning the wearing of masks in public and private health facilities, public transport, shopping centers, grocery and non-grocery stores.

Also, it is recommended maintaining a physical distance of minimum 1 meter between persons, obeying the hand hygiene and respiratory hygiene rules and the self-isolation regime by infected persons on one’s own responsibility.

The social institutions, including temporary placement centers for refugees and educational institutions, will implement prophylaxis measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Similar measures will be taken in public transport. The process of informing the citizens of the importance of vaccination for preventing disease will be continued.

According to the Ministry of Health, 5,793 cases of COVID-19 were recorded in Moldova during July 18-27, an increase of 72.7% on a week before.