The cumulative number of confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa now stands at 866,127.
These figures are a cause for great concern.There can no longer be any doubt – the country has entered a second wave of coronavirus infections.
President Cyril Ramaphosa on progress in the national effort to contain covid19SABC News
The number of new infections, hospital admissions and deaths is higher now than it has ever been since the first case was recorded in our country in March 2020.
This document is a statement by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on the country's efforts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. It notes that South Africa now has over 276,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and over 4,000 deaths. The president warns that infections are surging and that each province will likely reach its peak between July and September. He announces new measures to limit the spread, including strengthened mask requirements; reduced occupancy on taxis; a ban on alcohol sales; and a nightly curfew from 9pm to 4am. The measures aim to reduce pressure on hospitals and help the country manage the coming infection peak.
President Cyril Ramaphosa 12 July addressSABC News
President Cyril Ramaphosa says despite huge concern about the escalation in coronavirus cases, government has decided that the country will remain at Level 3 of the lockdown.
Address by president Cyril Ramaphosa on South Africa’s response to the corona...SABC News
- South Africa is moving to alert level 3 lockdown from level 4, allowing more economic activity but keeping restrictions to slow the spread of COVID-19.
- Hotspots with high infection rates like certain cities and districts will have enhanced measures and restrictions.
- Most business sectors can resume operations by following strict health and safety protocols, but some high-risk activities like restaurants and travel remain restricted. Schools will gradually reopen starting with grades 7 and 12 on June 1st.
President Ramaphosa COVID-19 address 13 May 2020SABC News
This coronavirus is taking a heavy toll not only on the health of our people, but also on our
people’s ability to earn a living, to feed themselves and their families, to learn and to
develop, and to enjoy many of the basic freedoms that we daily take for granted.
1. The President addressed the nation on progress made in containing the COVID-19 pandemic and restoring stability after recent violence.
2. Key points made were that South Africa has largely passed the third wave peak, though infections remain high in some areas. Restrictions will gradually ease to Adjusted Alert Level 3. The vaccination program has accelerated significantly.
3. The President urged continued caution as infections remain high and vaccinations are key to fighting the virus. Support will be provided to areas and businesses affected by recent violence.
Statement by president Cyril Ramaphosa on COVID19 risk strategySABC News
- South Africa will lower its coronavirus alert level from 5 to 4 on May 1st, allowing some economic activity to resume subject to strict health measures.
- Businesses will be permitted to operate again under strict protocols to protect employees, with operations resuming in phases of no more than 1/3 of workforce.
- Schools and other education institutions will gradually reopen as announced by relevant Ministers.
- International travel will remain banned except for returning citizens. No inter-provincial travel apart from goods and funerals. Public transport operates at limited capacity.
- Gatherings apart from funerals and work remain prohibited. Elderly and vulnerable must stay home. Cigarette sales now permitted.
President Cyril Ramaphosa on progress in the national effort to contain covid19SABC News
The number of new infections, hospital admissions and deaths is higher now than it has ever been since the first case was recorded in our country in March 2020.
This document is a statement by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on the country's efforts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. It notes that South Africa now has over 276,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and over 4,000 deaths. The president warns that infections are surging and that each province will likely reach its peak between July and September. He announces new measures to limit the spread, including strengthened mask requirements; reduced occupancy on taxis; a ban on alcohol sales; and a nightly curfew from 9pm to 4am. The measures aim to reduce pressure on hospitals and help the country manage the coming infection peak.
President Cyril Ramaphosa 12 July addressSABC News
President Cyril Ramaphosa says despite huge concern about the escalation in coronavirus cases, government has decided that the country will remain at Level 3 of the lockdown.
Address by president Cyril Ramaphosa on South Africa’s response to the corona...SABC News
- South Africa is moving to alert level 3 lockdown from level 4, allowing more economic activity but keeping restrictions to slow the spread of COVID-19.
- Hotspots with high infection rates like certain cities and districts will have enhanced measures and restrictions.
- Most business sectors can resume operations by following strict health and safety protocols, but some high-risk activities like restaurants and travel remain restricted. Schools will gradually reopen starting with grades 7 and 12 on June 1st.
President Ramaphosa COVID-19 address 13 May 2020SABC News
This coronavirus is taking a heavy toll not only on the health of our people, but also on our
people’s ability to earn a living, to feed themselves and their families, to learn and to
develop, and to enjoy many of the basic freedoms that we daily take for granted.
1. The President addressed the nation on progress made in containing the COVID-19 pandemic and restoring stability after recent violence.
2. Key points made were that South Africa has largely passed the third wave peak, though infections remain high in some areas. Restrictions will gradually ease to Adjusted Alert Level 3. The vaccination program has accelerated significantly.
3. The President urged continued caution as infections remain high and vaccinations are key to fighting the virus. Support will be provided to areas and businesses affected by recent violence.
Statement by president Cyril Ramaphosa on COVID19 risk strategySABC News
- South Africa will lower its coronavirus alert level from 5 to 4 on May 1st, allowing some economic activity to resume subject to strict health measures.
- Businesses will be permitted to operate again under strict protocols to protect employees, with operations resuming in phases of no more than 1/3 of workforce.
- Schools and other education institutions will gradually reopen as announced by relevant Ministers.
- International travel will remain banned except for returning citizens. No inter-provincial travel apart from goods and funerals. Public transport operates at limited capacity.
- Gatherings apart from funerals and work remain prohibited. Elderly and vulnerable must stay home. Cigarette sales now permitted.
- Scientists in South Africa identified a new COVID-19 variant called Omicron which has been designated a variant of concern by the WHO.
- Early identification of Omicron is due to South Africa's genomic surveillance capabilities which have helped monitor the virus.
- Some key things known about Omicron so far include that it has many more mutations than prior variants, current tests can detect it, and it is spreading rapidly in South Africa. However, more data is still needed on transmission risk, reinfection risk, severity of disease, and vaccine effectiveness.
- COVID cases in South Africa have risen sharply recently, likely signaling the start of a fourth wave, and daily case numbers have more than tripled in the
Statement by president cyril ramaphosa on progress in the national effort to ...CelestineHendricks
- South Africa has eased restrictions and moved to Alert Level 1 as COVID-19 infections have declined significantly.
- Gatherings of up to 100 people indoors or 250 outdoors are now permitted, and the curfew hours have been shortened.
- However, basic health protocols like social distancing, mask-wearing, and avoiding crowds remain important to prevent a resurgence as the new variant spreads more easily.
- The vaccination program will help contain the pandemic, but economic recovery also depends on maintaining low infection levels through continued prevention measures.
ADDRESS TO THE NATION ON COVID 19 BY LEADER OF THE OPPOSITION HON PHILIP J PI...slp communications
The opposition leader addresses the nation on COVID-19 and offers recommendations to the government. He urges travel restrictions on affected countries, increased testing capacity, and the suspension of mass gatherings. The opposition pledges support for meaningful efforts to prevent spread and will work in a bipartisan manner, prioritizing the health and safety of citizens over politics during this crisis.
Statement by president cyril ramaphosa on measures to combat covidSABC News
- President Ramaphosa addressed the nation on measures to combat the COVID-19 epidemic in South Africa.
- He declared a national state of disaster to coordinate response efforts and limit the spread and impact of the virus.
- Key measures announced include travel bans, school closures, limits on public gatherings over 100 people, screening at ports of entry, and economic support packages.
- All South Africans are called on to practice good hygiene and social distancing to minimize transmission and help curb the spread of infections.
Public Health Response to Ebola Statement of Dr. FriedenDawn Dawson
House Energy and Commerce Committee Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Public Health Response to Ebola October 16, 2014
Statement of Dr. Thomas R. Frieden, M.D., M.P.H.
Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Stay Updated on the Latest Worldcoronaviras Cases and Prevention MeasuresMohamed Aswad
In this blog post, we will discuss the spread of coronavirus, the preventive measures that we can take to protect ourselves, and how to stay informed on the latest cases in the USA. By the end of this post, you will have a better understanding of the virus and how to protect yourself and your loved ones.
The coronavirus pandemic has changed life in many ways that may be permanent. It has caused societies to adapt to restrictions like social distancing, mask wearing, and virtual work and school. It has also taken a mental toll through increased anxiety, depression, and isolation. The pandemic has introduced many new words and practices around hygiene. Vaccines now offer hope for controlling the virus, but uncertainties remain around their long term effects and when societies will fully reopen.
Personal protective actions you can take in a flu pandemicsanjaykumar3332
IF COVID-19 is spreading in your community, stay safe by taking some simple precautions, such as physical distancing, wearing a mask, keeping rooms well ventilated, avoiding crowds, cleaning your hands, and coughing into a bent elbow or tissue. Check local advice where you live and work. Do it all!
Managing Coronavirus FearsThere are important health reasons t.docxwkyra78
Managing Coronavirus Fears
There are important health reasons to tamp down excessive anxiety that can accompany this viral threat.
By Jane E. Brody
April 13, 2020
Covid-19, the invisible enemy now bearing down on 328.2 million Americans, is tailor-made to induce fear and anxiety, prompting both rational and irrational behavior and, if the emotional stress persists, perhaps causing long-lasting harm to health.
We’re staring down an alien virus our bodies have never before encountered and which we are currently unable to control. There is no vaccine yet available to prevent Covid-19 or drug proven effective to fight the illness, limiting our ability to protect ourselves. So we buy reams and reams of toilet paper because it’s something we can do to give us a feeling of dominance over a force that threatens to overwhelm us.
“There’s never been a time in modern human history when every person is seriously worried about the same thing at the same time,” said David Ropeik, a consultant on risk management and former instructor in risk communication at the Harvard School of Public Health. And there’s never before been a ubiquitous threat that can be so instantly broadcast to a world of 7.8 billion people.
“We’re being inundated with a constant flow of scary information that overwhelms our ability to be dispassionate,” said Mr. Ropeik, author of “How Risky Is It, Really? Why Our Fears Don’t Always Match the Facts.” “Our brains are screaming to give the coronavirus more weight, challenging our ability to recognize that most people are actually at low risk.”
As with other calamities, it’s the bad news that gets the most attention, not the apparent fact that most people who become infected develop no symptoms or only mild ones and recover fully within a week or so.
Compounding a sense of doom for some people is their inability to evaluate risk and the fact that what is an acceptable risk for one person is intolerable to another. Following the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, many people were afraid to fly and instead drove thousands of miles, incurring a far greater risk to life and limb yet instilling a feeling of control with their hands on the wheel and foot on the gas.
“A risk we choose seems less dangerous than a risk that is imposed on us,” Mr. Ropeik observed.
Not that it’s inappropriate to feel anxious about the risk we all now face, especially if that distress reminds us to be diligent about social distancing, avoid physical contact with people who do not share our household, wash our hands often and well and keep them off our faces and out of our eyes.
But while a certain amount of worrying can help motivate you to protect against possible exposure to the virus, compulsively reading or tuning in to the bad news about Covid-19 throughout the day is unlikely to enhance your emotional or physical well-being.
There are important health reasons to tamp down excessive anxiety that can accompany this viral threat. We have a built-in physiologic.
PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON PROGRESS IN THE NATIONAL EFFORT TO CONTAIN THE C...SABC News
The first issue is the re-opening of schools and the second is the management of the
resources that we have dedicated towards the fight against COVID-19.
This document discusses self hygiene in epidemic areas. It begins with definitions of key terms like self hygiene, personal hygiene, self care, and epidemic. It then describes major factors that allow viruses to cause epidemics, like human behavior, changes in insect/reservoir populations, weather, technology, and changes in viruses. It discusses challenges of new epidemics and outlines personal hygiene practices, properties of self care, and actual simple self care that can be done in epidemic areas. It concludes with potential nursing diagnoses, interventions, and care related to hygiene.
The document discusses several issues affecting the Caribbean region: drugs, COVID-19, and AIDS. It provides definitions of each issue and discusses some of the key causes, such as peer pressure for drugs, lack of medical check-ups contributing to the spread of COVID-19, and sex trafficking/rape increasing the spread of AIDS. The document also outlines solutions to these issues, including strengthening law enforcement and border control to address drugs, implementing vaccination campaigns and healthcare infrastructure improvements to combat COVID-19, and increasing education campaigns and healthcare access to curb the AIDS epidemic. In the last section, it discusses the economic and social effects of each issue, such as increased healthcare and incarceration costs related to drugs and the disproportionate impacts of
Advertising in the time of a plague - Part 1 (ENG)DDB Warszawa
Communication Strategies in the face of the coronavirus pandemic
The pandemic is a time of dynamic changes and constant challenges for the brands, that is why we publish strategic reports as a part of the “Advertising in the time of plague” series. Their aim is to help calibrate communication and actions during this difficult time.
The first report is called “Communication strategies in the face of the coronavirus pandemic”. Published soon after restrictions were introduced, it advises how to communicate during this time. The second one, “100 predictions. What the future holds” seeks to answer the questions of what is ahead of us and how we can get ready for this frequently mentioned “New Normal”.
The document provides information about the coronavirus pandemic, including symptoms, how it spreads, how to protect yourself, and tips for self-quarantining or working from home. It discusses the seriousness of COVID-19 and debunks common myths. Home workouts like jumping jacks, squats, and sit-ups are suggested for staying active during gym closures. Preparing supplies like food, medical items, and activities are advised for self-isolation. Maintaining routines, using collaboration apps, and taking breaks are tips for productive remote work.
This document provides an overview of COVID-19 and its impact on daily life in Colombia from the perspective of the author. It discusses how the virus was initially affecting larger cities more than the author's small town of Pitalito. It then describes the mandatory quarantine measures imposed by the government and how this led to economic difficulties, unemployment, and challenges with virtual education. The summary concludes that people eventually grew tired of confinement and began breaking safety regulations, putting themselves and others at risk and potentially worsening the spread of the virus.
Outbreak Readiness and Business Impact: Protecting Lives and Livelihoods acro...TatianaApostolovich
Launched in January 2019, Outbreak Readiness and Business Impact highlighted the growing risk of infectious disease and cautioned businesses that pandemics were worryingly underrepresented in considerations of risk. It proposed tailored insights on the impact of outbreaks, offering strategies for effective response and resilience. There was stark warning that “the world remains ill-prepared to detect and respond to outbreaks and is not prepared to respond to a significant pandemic threat”. It said outbreaks and epidemics could cause catastrophic economic damage when they occur.
The document summarizes key findings from a report on outbreak readiness and business impact. It finds that infectious disease outbreaks are increasing in frequency and diversity due to factors like globalization and climate change. The world remains ill-prepared to detect and respond to outbreaks. Outbreaks are also causing more economic damage as sensitivity increases. Businesses are on the front lines but rarely consider disease outbreaks a risk. Improving understanding of this risk could help businesses reduce exposure and losses, and strengthen global health security through cooperation.
Public responsibilities in the fight against covid 19 by priya PriyaSathe1
The document discusses COVID-19 and prevention methods. It summarizes that COVID-19 cases are growing rapidly in India as in other countries initially. Basic hygiene like hand washing and coughing into elbows can help slow the spread. The virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets and surfaces, and people should practice social distancing, hand washing, and staying home when sick to help prevent transmission.
COV-19 -Corona Virus -- What a past week in our country and globally.docxmelvinjrobinson2199
COV-19 -Corona Virus -- What a past week in our country and globally ! Tremendous changes with compulsory disorganization and vigilance everywhere in our great country and throughout our world ! The news seems to captivate with an approach of sensitivity to the economical impacts each American as well as every nation on our planet is facing dealing with this emergency management (EM) disaster/pandemic event. Our governments national grip and charge for social distancing with the mandatory closing of non-essential businesses has reach a crucial point in every persons desire to see this horrible virus erracticated. We are all eager to resume our life's, go back to work and make sure we remain and stay healthy and safe as we move forward and into the future. However, will life as Americans ever be the same again for this country and every person in it ? Are face masks the new norm? What about social distancing ? (SD) ? Is SD also a new norm?
Today April 15th is the 6th of 7th classes in this EMA 205 class/course. I was looking forward to enjoying a class room environment with each and all the students enrolled in this EMA 205 course. I enjoy and believe social interaction and amalgamation where we would be able to interact, share, discuss and learn about the many accountable responsibilities in the profession of emergency management could have provided a more balanced understanding of EM. Unfortunately, we were unable to congregate as a group and this is where I find a topic of interest for your next assignment:
The corona virus and COVID-19, the illness it causes, are spreading among communities in the United States and other countries, phrases such as “social distancing,” “self-quarantine” and “flattening the curve” are showing up in the media. What do these terms mean? how do these terms apply to you, your family, your work place, your friends and your community? Have you seen --"Please limit the spread of infection and this diseases and be sure to follow public health guidance programs as the situation develops". What are the public health guidance programs?
Emergency vs. Disaster : An emergency is defined as an unforeseen combination of circumstances, resulting in a state that calls for immediate action or an urgent need for assistance or relief. Large-scale emergencies are usually considered disasters. An emergency can be a temporary disruption of services due to a short power outage, a longer-term situation causing an organization to relocate due to substantial building damage or even a larger scale, city-wide or regional emergency. Depending on the magnitude of the event, services may be provided as usual, services may need to be altered temporarily or, in extreme situations, services may be re-located or even discontinued. In any type of event, the goal is to have plans in place that will: • minimize damage • ensure the safety of staff and clients • protect vital records/assets • allow for self-sufficiency for at least 72 hours .
- Scientists in South Africa identified a new COVID-19 variant called Omicron which has been designated a variant of concern by the WHO.
- Early identification of Omicron is due to South Africa's genomic surveillance capabilities which have helped monitor the virus.
- Some key things known about Omicron so far include that it has many more mutations than prior variants, current tests can detect it, and it is spreading rapidly in South Africa. However, more data is still needed on transmission risk, reinfection risk, severity of disease, and vaccine effectiveness.
- COVID cases in South Africa have risen sharply recently, likely signaling the start of a fourth wave, and daily case numbers have more than tripled in the
Statement by president cyril ramaphosa on progress in the national effort to ...CelestineHendricks
- South Africa has eased restrictions and moved to Alert Level 1 as COVID-19 infections have declined significantly.
- Gatherings of up to 100 people indoors or 250 outdoors are now permitted, and the curfew hours have been shortened.
- However, basic health protocols like social distancing, mask-wearing, and avoiding crowds remain important to prevent a resurgence as the new variant spreads more easily.
- The vaccination program will help contain the pandemic, but economic recovery also depends on maintaining low infection levels through continued prevention measures.
ADDRESS TO THE NATION ON COVID 19 BY LEADER OF THE OPPOSITION HON PHILIP J PI...slp communications
The opposition leader addresses the nation on COVID-19 and offers recommendations to the government. He urges travel restrictions on affected countries, increased testing capacity, and the suspension of mass gatherings. The opposition pledges support for meaningful efforts to prevent spread and will work in a bipartisan manner, prioritizing the health and safety of citizens over politics during this crisis.
Statement by president cyril ramaphosa on measures to combat covidSABC News
- President Ramaphosa addressed the nation on measures to combat the COVID-19 epidemic in South Africa.
- He declared a national state of disaster to coordinate response efforts and limit the spread and impact of the virus.
- Key measures announced include travel bans, school closures, limits on public gatherings over 100 people, screening at ports of entry, and economic support packages.
- All South Africans are called on to practice good hygiene and social distancing to minimize transmission and help curb the spread of infections.
Public Health Response to Ebola Statement of Dr. FriedenDawn Dawson
House Energy and Commerce Committee Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Public Health Response to Ebola October 16, 2014
Statement of Dr. Thomas R. Frieden, M.D., M.P.H.
Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Stay Updated on the Latest Worldcoronaviras Cases and Prevention MeasuresMohamed Aswad
In this blog post, we will discuss the spread of coronavirus, the preventive measures that we can take to protect ourselves, and how to stay informed on the latest cases in the USA. By the end of this post, you will have a better understanding of the virus and how to protect yourself and your loved ones.
The coronavirus pandemic has changed life in many ways that may be permanent. It has caused societies to adapt to restrictions like social distancing, mask wearing, and virtual work and school. It has also taken a mental toll through increased anxiety, depression, and isolation. The pandemic has introduced many new words and practices around hygiene. Vaccines now offer hope for controlling the virus, but uncertainties remain around their long term effects and when societies will fully reopen.
Personal protective actions you can take in a flu pandemicsanjaykumar3332
IF COVID-19 is spreading in your community, stay safe by taking some simple precautions, such as physical distancing, wearing a mask, keeping rooms well ventilated, avoiding crowds, cleaning your hands, and coughing into a bent elbow or tissue. Check local advice where you live and work. Do it all!
Managing Coronavirus FearsThere are important health reasons t.docxwkyra78
Managing Coronavirus Fears
There are important health reasons to tamp down excessive anxiety that can accompany this viral threat.
By Jane E. Brody
April 13, 2020
Covid-19, the invisible enemy now bearing down on 328.2 million Americans, is tailor-made to induce fear and anxiety, prompting both rational and irrational behavior and, if the emotional stress persists, perhaps causing long-lasting harm to health.
We’re staring down an alien virus our bodies have never before encountered and which we are currently unable to control. There is no vaccine yet available to prevent Covid-19 or drug proven effective to fight the illness, limiting our ability to protect ourselves. So we buy reams and reams of toilet paper because it’s something we can do to give us a feeling of dominance over a force that threatens to overwhelm us.
“There’s never been a time in modern human history when every person is seriously worried about the same thing at the same time,” said David Ropeik, a consultant on risk management and former instructor in risk communication at the Harvard School of Public Health. And there’s never before been a ubiquitous threat that can be so instantly broadcast to a world of 7.8 billion people.
“We’re being inundated with a constant flow of scary information that overwhelms our ability to be dispassionate,” said Mr. Ropeik, author of “How Risky Is It, Really? Why Our Fears Don’t Always Match the Facts.” “Our brains are screaming to give the coronavirus more weight, challenging our ability to recognize that most people are actually at low risk.”
As with other calamities, it’s the bad news that gets the most attention, not the apparent fact that most people who become infected develop no symptoms or only mild ones and recover fully within a week or so.
Compounding a sense of doom for some people is their inability to evaluate risk and the fact that what is an acceptable risk for one person is intolerable to another. Following the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, many people were afraid to fly and instead drove thousands of miles, incurring a far greater risk to life and limb yet instilling a feeling of control with their hands on the wheel and foot on the gas.
“A risk we choose seems less dangerous than a risk that is imposed on us,” Mr. Ropeik observed.
Not that it’s inappropriate to feel anxious about the risk we all now face, especially if that distress reminds us to be diligent about social distancing, avoid physical contact with people who do not share our household, wash our hands often and well and keep them off our faces and out of our eyes.
But while a certain amount of worrying can help motivate you to protect against possible exposure to the virus, compulsively reading or tuning in to the bad news about Covid-19 throughout the day is unlikely to enhance your emotional or physical well-being.
There are important health reasons to tamp down excessive anxiety that can accompany this viral threat. We have a built-in physiologic.
PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON PROGRESS IN THE NATIONAL EFFORT TO CONTAIN THE C...SABC News
The first issue is the re-opening of schools and the second is the management of the
resources that we have dedicated towards the fight against COVID-19.
This document discusses self hygiene in epidemic areas. It begins with definitions of key terms like self hygiene, personal hygiene, self care, and epidemic. It then describes major factors that allow viruses to cause epidemics, like human behavior, changes in insect/reservoir populations, weather, technology, and changes in viruses. It discusses challenges of new epidemics and outlines personal hygiene practices, properties of self care, and actual simple self care that can be done in epidemic areas. It concludes with potential nursing diagnoses, interventions, and care related to hygiene.
The document discusses several issues affecting the Caribbean region: drugs, COVID-19, and AIDS. It provides definitions of each issue and discusses some of the key causes, such as peer pressure for drugs, lack of medical check-ups contributing to the spread of COVID-19, and sex trafficking/rape increasing the spread of AIDS. The document also outlines solutions to these issues, including strengthening law enforcement and border control to address drugs, implementing vaccination campaigns and healthcare infrastructure improvements to combat COVID-19, and increasing education campaigns and healthcare access to curb the AIDS epidemic. In the last section, it discusses the economic and social effects of each issue, such as increased healthcare and incarceration costs related to drugs and the disproportionate impacts of
Advertising in the time of a plague - Part 1 (ENG)DDB Warszawa
Communication Strategies in the face of the coronavirus pandemic
The pandemic is a time of dynamic changes and constant challenges for the brands, that is why we publish strategic reports as a part of the “Advertising in the time of plague” series. Their aim is to help calibrate communication and actions during this difficult time.
The first report is called “Communication strategies in the face of the coronavirus pandemic”. Published soon after restrictions were introduced, it advises how to communicate during this time. The second one, “100 predictions. What the future holds” seeks to answer the questions of what is ahead of us and how we can get ready for this frequently mentioned “New Normal”.
The document provides information about the coronavirus pandemic, including symptoms, how it spreads, how to protect yourself, and tips for self-quarantining or working from home. It discusses the seriousness of COVID-19 and debunks common myths. Home workouts like jumping jacks, squats, and sit-ups are suggested for staying active during gym closures. Preparing supplies like food, medical items, and activities are advised for self-isolation. Maintaining routines, using collaboration apps, and taking breaks are tips for productive remote work.
This document provides an overview of COVID-19 and its impact on daily life in Colombia from the perspective of the author. It discusses how the virus was initially affecting larger cities more than the author's small town of Pitalito. It then describes the mandatory quarantine measures imposed by the government and how this led to economic difficulties, unemployment, and challenges with virtual education. The summary concludes that people eventually grew tired of confinement and began breaking safety regulations, putting themselves and others at risk and potentially worsening the spread of the virus.
Outbreak Readiness and Business Impact: Protecting Lives and Livelihoods acro...TatianaApostolovich
Launched in January 2019, Outbreak Readiness and Business Impact highlighted the growing risk of infectious disease and cautioned businesses that pandemics were worryingly underrepresented in considerations of risk. It proposed tailored insights on the impact of outbreaks, offering strategies for effective response and resilience. There was stark warning that “the world remains ill-prepared to detect and respond to outbreaks and is not prepared to respond to a significant pandemic threat”. It said outbreaks and epidemics could cause catastrophic economic damage when they occur.
The document summarizes key findings from a report on outbreak readiness and business impact. It finds that infectious disease outbreaks are increasing in frequency and diversity due to factors like globalization and climate change. The world remains ill-prepared to detect and respond to outbreaks. Outbreaks are also causing more economic damage as sensitivity increases. Businesses are on the front lines but rarely consider disease outbreaks a risk. Improving understanding of this risk could help businesses reduce exposure and losses, and strengthen global health security through cooperation.
Public responsibilities in the fight against covid 19 by priya PriyaSathe1
The document discusses COVID-19 and prevention methods. It summarizes that COVID-19 cases are growing rapidly in India as in other countries initially. Basic hygiene like hand washing and coughing into elbows can help slow the spread. The virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets and surfaces, and people should practice social distancing, hand washing, and staying home when sick to help prevent transmission.
COV-19 -Corona Virus -- What a past week in our country and globally.docxmelvinjrobinson2199
COV-19 -Corona Virus -- What a past week in our country and globally ! Tremendous changes with compulsory disorganization and vigilance everywhere in our great country and throughout our world ! The news seems to captivate with an approach of sensitivity to the economical impacts each American as well as every nation on our planet is facing dealing with this emergency management (EM) disaster/pandemic event. Our governments national grip and charge for social distancing with the mandatory closing of non-essential businesses has reach a crucial point in every persons desire to see this horrible virus erracticated. We are all eager to resume our life's, go back to work and make sure we remain and stay healthy and safe as we move forward and into the future. However, will life as Americans ever be the same again for this country and every person in it ? Are face masks the new norm? What about social distancing ? (SD) ? Is SD also a new norm?
Today April 15th is the 6th of 7th classes in this EMA 205 class/course. I was looking forward to enjoying a class room environment with each and all the students enrolled in this EMA 205 course. I enjoy and believe social interaction and amalgamation where we would be able to interact, share, discuss and learn about the many accountable responsibilities in the profession of emergency management could have provided a more balanced understanding of EM. Unfortunately, we were unable to congregate as a group and this is where I find a topic of interest for your next assignment:
The corona virus and COVID-19, the illness it causes, are spreading among communities in the United States and other countries, phrases such as “social distancing,” “self-quarantine” and “flattening the curve” are showing up in the media. What do these terms mean? how do these terms apply to you, your family, your work place, your friends and your community? Have you seen --"Please limit the spread of infection and this diseases and be sure to follow public health guidance programs as the situation develops". What are the public health guidance programs?
Emergency vs. Disaster : An emergency is defined as an unforeseen combination of circumstances, resulting in a state that calls for immediate action or an urgent need for assistance or relief. Large-scale emergencies are usually considered disasters. An emergency can be a temporary disruption of services due to a short power outage, a longer-term situation causing an organization to relocate due to substantial building damage or even a larger scale, city-wide or regional emergency. Depending on the magnitude of the event, services may be provided as usual, services may need to be altered temporarily or, in extreme situations, services may be re-located or even discontinued. In any type of event, the goal is to have plans in place that will: • minimize damage • ensure the safety of staff and clients • protect vital records/assets • allow for self-sufficiency for at least 72 hours .
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Statement by President Cyril Ramaphosa on progress in the national effort to contain covid19 virus
1. STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON PROGRESS IN THE NATIONAL EFFORT TO
CONTAIN THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, 14 DECEMBER 2020
My fellow South Africans,
It is just 11 days since I last addressed you.
Then I reported on the signs of a resurgence of coronavirus infections in various parts of the country.
On that day, the 3rd of December, our country recorded over 4,400 new cases.
Yesterday, the 13th of December, we recorded nearly 8,000 new cases.
The cumulative number of confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa now stands at 866,127.
These figures are a cause for great concern.
There can no longer be any doubt – the country has entered a second wave of coronavirus
infections.
Given the rate at which new cases have grown over the last two weeks, there is every possibility that
if we do not act urgently and if we do not act together, the second wave will be more severe than
the first wave.
The daily average of new cases nationally over the last 7 days is 74% higher than the previous 7 days.
In this time, the number of new cases has increased from a daily average of around 3,800 to just
over 6,600 a day.
2. The daily average of COVID-19 deaths has increased by nearly 50% over the same period from just
over 100 deaths a day to just over 150 deaths.
The four provinces that are leading the second wave are Eastern Cape, Western Cape, KwaZulu-
Natal and Gauteng.
For the first time in this pandemic, most of the new infections are among young people, particularly
those in the age group of 15 to 19 years.
There are probably many reasons for this massive spike in infections, but some key contributors are
now becoming clearer.
Gatherings – especially social gatherings and parties – are the largest source of outbreaks.
In many of these gatherings, social distancing is not being observed, venues are crowded and not
adequately ventilated, hand sanitiser is not readily available, and people are not wearing masks.
Many people consume alcoholic drinks at these ‘super-spreader’ events, with the result that people
become less careful about taking measures to protect themselves and prevent infection.
The recent post-matric Rage Festival event in Ballito is a harsh reminder of how dangerous large
gatherings can be.
We now know that nearly 1,000 young people from Gauteng who attended the event have tested
positive for the coronavirus. What we don’t yet know is how many more people each of them has
infected.
It is said that up to 300 families could in turn have been infected.
The sad truth about this pandemic is that festivals, concerts and parties – which should be occasions
for fun and joy – are proving to be sources of infection and illness, and may even lead to deaths.
3. Another factor in the rise in infections is increased travel.
Many people do not observe prevention measures as they move within cities, towns and rural areas,
and between different areas.
We have to recognise that the more we travel, the greater the potential for the spread of the virus.
That means wearing a mask when you are in public transport and making sure that the windows are
open at all times.
It also means reducing the number of people that you spend time with if you are travelling to visit
family and friends in other parts of the country.
It is safer to socialise with your immediate family than with large gatherings that could cause the
virus to spread.
More broadly, the massive rise in infections is the result of people not observing basic – and easy to
follow – practices.
These measures are particularly important as transmission is often caused by people who are
infected but are not yet showing symptoms, if they develop symptoms at all, and may not even
know they have the virus.
The relatively low rates of infection over the last few months have made us more relaxed about
wearing a mask over our nose and mouth every time we go out in public.
We no longer see the point of avoiding crowded venues, or standing more than 1.5 metres from
each other, or keeping windows open when travelling on public transport or sanitising commonly
used places.
4. We have gotten into the Christmas spirit early and are inviting friends and family over for get-
togethers.
Yet, it is our failure to closely adhere to all these basic precautions at all times that has brought us to
this second wave.
These safety precautions may not seem important until someone you love has been infected with
the virus because of your own carelessness.
The festive season now poses the greatest threat to the health and well-being of our nation.
It poses the greatest threat also to the recovery of our economy.
This is because the festive season is traditionally a time of gatherings, of travel, of meeting friends
and family, and of relaxing after a difficult and stressful year.
In these respects, the festive season is very much like the Easter period.
It is worth remembering that during Easter this year, we were able to limit the number of infections
because we all remained disciplined, we all observed the restrictions and we all adhered to the basic
health measures.
In this regard, we recognise the sacrifices that churches made by suspending Easter services, and
indeed the contribution that all faiths have made throughout the year to preserving life.
Just as we did during Easter, we need to once again adhere to the basic health protocols.
If we do not do things differently this festive season, we will greet the new year not with joy, but
with sorrow.
5. Many of our friends, relatives and co-workers will be infected, some will get severely ill and some,
tragically, will die.
Unless we do things differently, this will be the last Christmas for many, many South Africans.
This is certainly what we don’t want. We all want to live and let our loved ones live.
It is therefore essential that we take extraordinary measures to contain the second wave and save
lives, while working to protect livelihoods.
My fellow South Africans,
Eleven days ago, we declared Nelson Mandela Bay to be a coronavirus ‘hotspot’ areas, in line with
our differentiated approach to the management of the pandemic.
There are other municipalities that have also shown a particularly sharp rise in infections.
The Minister of Health Dr Zwelini Mkhize has visited these areas and after consultations with various
stakeholders, Cabinet has decided to also declare the following two districts as coronavirus hotspots.
These are the:
- Sarah Baartman District
- Garden Route District
This all means that the same additional restrictions that we applied to Nelson Mandela Bay will apply
in these districts from midnight tonight and will continue until we see a clear and sustained decline
in infections.
6. While these hotspot areas require particular attention, the festive season poses significant risks for
the entire country.
We have therefore been undertaking consultations in provinces, including at municipal level, on the
measures that need to be taken to contain the second wave.
There have been extensive deliberations within the National Coronavirus Command Council and the
President’s Coordinating Council, which brings representatives of national, provincial and local
government together.
Based on the recommendations from these meetings, Cabinet has decided that further restrictions
need to be imposed nation-wide from midnight tonight.
Firstly, we will ensure that there is stricter enforcement of existing alert level 1 restrictions
throughout the country during the festive season and beyond.
This includes the requirement that drivers and operators of any form of public transport must
ensure that all passengers wear a mask.
The managers or owners of buildings, places or premises – including retail stores, shopping centres,
and government buildings – are obliged by law to ensure that all customers who enter their facilities
or buildings wear a mask.
An employer must ensure that all employees wear a mask while they perform their duties.
This places a responsibility on all owners, managers and employers – and on all of us – to ensure that
South Africans are safe whenever they are in any of these places.
The responsible individuals who do not ensure compliance with the regulations by their passengers,
customers or employees will be liable to a fine or to imprisonment of up to six months.
Secondly, we are taking measures to reduce the risk of super-spreading events.
7. The current restrictions on the size of gatherings do not do enough to prevent crowding in the
current situation where new cases are rising rapidly.
Therefore, gatherings – including religious gatherings – may not be attended by more than 100
people for indoor events and 250 for outdoor events.
At all times, and particularly in smaller venues, the total number of people in a venue may not
exceed more than 50% of the capacity of the venue.
All gatherings must include adequate ventilation, social distancing, wearing of masks and provision
of hand-sanitiser.
Due to the potential for transmission, all post-funeral gatherings, including ‘after-tears’ parties, are
prohibited.
One of the greatest challenges we need to confront are the huge crowds that flock to beaches and
recreational parks on public holidays over the festive season.
We have undertaken extensive consultations on this issue so that we can find an approach that
reduces the risk of large-scale transmission while limiting the negative impact on businesses in
coastal areas.
We have therefore agreed to adopt a differentiated approach, which takes into account the different
circumstances in different areas of the country.
In the areas with the highest rate of infection, beaches and public parks will be closed for the
duration of the festive season from the 16th of December to the 3rd of January.
This will apply to all of the Eastern Cape, as well as to the Garden Route district in the Western Cape.
8. In KwaZulu-Natal, beaches and public parks will be closed on what are traditionally the busiest days
of the season.
These days are the 16th, 25th, 26th and 31st of December 2020 and the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of January
2021.
The beaches and public parks of the Northern Cape and the Western Cape – with the exception of
the Garden Route – will remain open to the public over the festive season.
Festivals, live music, and live performances at beaches are prohibited.
Beaches and parks that are open to the public will only be open between 9am and 6pm.
The situation will be monitored daily by local authorities to ensure compliance with the regulations
on gatherings and the prohibition of alcohol.
In instances, where there are large crowds or poor compliance with safety measures, specific
beaches and recreational parks will be closed.
National and provincial parks and other parks where access control measures and entry limitations
are already in place may remain open to the public.
This is a most trying situation, which requires constant attention.
I have directed that all members of the National Coronavirus Command Council and key personnel
should be on standby to ensure constant monitoring and assessment of the situation countrywide.
Should the situation deteriorate, further action will be taken to protect our people.
The third area of focus over this period is to prevent super-spreader events and reduce the burden
on health care services due to irresponsible alcohol consumption.
9. Therefore, the following measures will be implemented:
The hours of the curfew will be longer, starting at 11pm and ending at 4am.
Non-essential establishments, including restaurants and bars, will have to close at 10pm so that staff
and patrons can get home before the enforcement of the curfew.
The curfew is meant to prevent gatherings that go on late into the night, while enabling restaurants,
bars and taverns to continue to operate and earn an income.
We should all remember that the hours of curfew also apply to Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
This means that we will all need to make changes to the way in which we celebrate these occasions.
The sale of alcohol from retail outlets will only be permitted between 10am and 6pm from Monday
to Thursday.
Registered wineries and wine farms may continue to offer tastings and wine sales to the public for
off-site consumption over weekends. This exception is being made due to the vital contribution of
these establishments to the tourism sector in several parts of the country.
Alcohol consumption in all public spaces, such as beaches and parks, is strictly forbidden.
We will not allow large numbers of people congregating in any one place without proper controls or
protocols in place.
These festive season restrictions will be reviewed in early January based on the state of the
pandemic across the country.
My fellow South Africans,
10. In determining our response to the second wave of infections, we have sought to carefully balance
the need to save lives and to protect livelihoods.
The national lockdown which we imposed at the beginning of the epidemic was designed to delay
the spread of the virus so that we could adequately prepare our health system to respond to the rise
of infections.
At that time, we were not ready to cope with a sudden increase of cases and hospital admissions.
We needed to secure adequate equipment and supplies, to make additional space available in our
health facilities, to train our healthcare workers and to put in place systems to monitor and respond
to trends in the epidemic.
A full lockdown was absolutely necessary to delay the epidemic but would not serve the same
purpose now.
Over the past several months, we have put in place a range of measures to enhance our capacity to
respond.
Through the hard work of our healthcare workers, public servants, medical experts and scientific
advisors, we have marshalled all of our resources to protect the people of South Africa and provide
care to those who need it.
The measures that we took early in the epidemic, and the actions of every South African, have
allowed us to save many lives already.
Now, we must protect the gains we have made and work together to contain the second wave.
As we have done since the very beginning, we must act based on the best scientific evidence that is
available to us.
11. Just as our doctors, nurses and frontline workers are working tirelessly to protect us, we must work
tirelessly to protect them.
To date, over 38,000 health workers in the public sector have tested positive for coronavirus. Of
these, nearly 5,000 were admitted to hospital.
Sadly, 391 health workers in the public sector have passed away.
As a nation, we owe so much to these brave and dedicated people and to their families, for without
them, we would not have come this far.
As we confront the second wave of infections, we must do everything we can to support and protect
our health workers.
Unless we act responsibly now, unless we adhere at all times to the basic precautions that we all
know, we will face a bleak new year.
Despite the restrictions on many of our regular activities, this season can be both festive and safe.
This festive season, I am asking you to keep your celebrations small and to avoid crowds.
If you are spending time with other people, I am asking you to do so outside, enjoying the splendid
South African summer weather, or at least to make sure that you are in a well-ventilated space.
I am asking you to wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth whenever in public, or in the
company of people you don’t live with.
There is no point wearing a mask on your chin, keeping it in your pocket or lowering it to speak to
someone.
12. Remember to regularly wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or with
sanitiser.
Limit your travel as much as possible. And if you have to travel, make sure that you travel safely.
If you are going to visit friends and family, limit your number of contacts for at least one week before
you travel and try to spend time with only your immediate family or as small a group of people as
possible.
We know that COVID-19 affects people differently.
According to the World Health Organization, most people are likely to develop mild or moderate
illness and will recover without hospitalisation.
The most common symptoms are fever, dry cough, and tiredness. Less common, but moderate,
symptoms are aches and pains, sore throat, and a loss of taste or smell.
If you experience these symptoms, then you should isolate yourself from others.
If you experience severe symptoms, such as difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, chest pain,
loss of speech or movement, you should seek immediate medical attention.
Please remember that if you have tested positive for coronavirus or if you have been in close contact
with someone who has tested positive, you should immediately isolate yourself from others.
As we have said in the past the only viable defence we will have against Covid-19 will be the vaccine.
South Africa has concluded all the necessary processes to ensure its participation in the World
Health Organization’s COVID-19 Global Vaccine Access Facility.
13. This facility – known as COVAX – pools resources and shares vaccine development risk to ensure
equitable access to vaccines when they become available.
As part of this facility, it is expected that South Africa will receive initial vaccines to cover 10% of our
population in the early part of next year.
We are also part of the African Vaccine Acquisition Task Team that is looking at alternative financing
mechanisms to secure additional vaccines for African countries beyond COVAX.
The Minister of Health is part of this Task Team and is also looking at innovative partnerships with
the private sector to ensure that South Africans have access to an effective vaccine that is suitable to
our conditions.
The next few weeks are going to be a great test of our determination and restraint.
This period will require each of us to do things differently to previous years because this year is
unlike any other we have lived through before.
It will require us to give up some short-lived pleasures to protect ourselves and others, and to
ensure that we can enjoy such times together in future years.
I am convinced that if we each play our part, if we each follow the few basic precautions, then we
can all have a joyful festive season – and, most importantly, we can all have a happy, healthy and
prosperous new year.
I wish you all a blessed festive season, that you may remain safe and in good health, and that we
may welcome in the new year as one united and resolute nation.
May God Bless South Africa and protect her people.
I thank you.
ISSUED BY THE PRESIDENCY OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA