The Ministry of Health and Social Protection reported this Friday that Colombians will likely have to wear face masks again Given the increase in covid-19 cases occurring in the country.

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The announcement was made by Health Minister Carolina Corcho, who assured her that the measure also takes into account the intersection of conditions existing on national territory. influenza, covid-19 and other respiratory infections. However, he emphasized that this is a proposal that has been analyzed, not an accepted decision.

“This is a proposal that is being considered, if it happens, it will be for people older than 2 years old in crowded indoor and outdoor areas, in addition to the 3 places that have been used as mandatory to date. : Health Care Institutions (BES), nursing homes and public transportation,” Health portfolio warned the president.

According to Corcho, the Ministry of Health convened a technical council attended by experts in epidemiology, pulmonology and other fields to seek advice on the situation in the country.

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The rest of the recommendations will be made by a decision prepared by the Ministry of Health for regional units and actors of the health system, as explained by the official, who also emphasized that the decisions are due to the winter season in Colombia. passing.

It is precisely this wave of precipitation that has increased cases of respiratory infections, pushing the country into crisis. the second peak of such diseases in the year, as officials have pointed out recently.

Thus, the Ministry of Health reiterated that the obligation to wear masks in health institutions, nursing homes and transportation vehicles continues.

“It is important to note that the Ministry of Health and Social Protection has not changed the recommendations and measures previously in force regarding the use of masks,” the minister said. Said.

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In addition, surgical masks should be used in people who have not been vaccinated and people with respiratory symptoms and comorbidities.

In the framework of the December season, when there are more crowds and all kinds of meetings in the country, the health portfolio announced that it will also aim to strengthen measures to prevent the spread of Kovid-19.

Minister Corcho stated that in this sense, regional units and Benefit Plan Administration Companies (EAPB) will be requested. 10% increase in all schemes and 20% increase in first and second boosts.

In addition, the portfolio head announced that a 25 percent increase in flu vaccines will be requested. We call on Colombian citizens to go to health points, communicate with their EPS, and complete their vaccination programs,” he said.

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