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Iran Ministry of Health warns of rising COVID-19 infection rates
Iran's Ministry of Health has issued an official warning regarding a rising trend in COVID-19 infections. Alireza Raisi, the Deputy Minister of Health, notified medical science universities nationwide that the percentage of positive cases has surpassed the low-level warning threshold, indicating a more active community transmission chain.
In response, health authorities are calling for intensified management of acute respiratory infections. Key directives include the mandatory use of masks in closed and crowded environments, as well as the implementation of strict hygiene protocols. The ministry has also ordered periodic monitoring of high-traffic locations, such as schools, prisons, and nursing homes.
To support these efforts, the ministry advised utilizing local media, mosques, and religious figures to spread preventive information. Additionally, authorities emphasized the need for syndromic surveillance at border points and terminals to ensure early detection and control of infections.
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Alireza Raisi · Iran · Ministry of Health and Medical Education
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Health authorities must utilize local media, mosques, and religious figures to disseminate preventive messages. www.khabarfoori.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The transmission chain of COVID-19 in the community has become more active. gadgetnews.net
- [● 3 SOURCES] Health authorities have requested the use of masks in closed and crowded spaces. gadgetnews.net · www.khabarfoori.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The percentage of positive COVID-19 cases has exceeded the low-level warning threshold. gadgetnews.net · www.khabarfoori.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Periodic monitoring of high-traffic locations, including prisons, nursing homes, and schools, is required. gadgetnews.net · www.khabarfoori.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Syndromic surveillance must be implemented at border points and terminals. www.khabarfoori.com