The situation with coronavírus in Kazakhstan is under control

The government of Kazakhstan has taken the necessary measures to contain the spread of coronavirus in the country, in particular, for this purpose, a quarantine regime was introduced from 5 to 19 July this year.

As at 7 of July, there are about 48 874 cases of COVID-19 in Kazakhstan, including 25 021 – with symptoms, 23 553 – asymptomatic, 1403 cases per day, the increase is about 3.0%. Cured – 24,990 patients (51.1%, thus more than half recovered), continue receiving treatment – 23,324 patients, passed away – 260 patients. The rate of virus replication in Kazakhstan was 1.3. Over the last few weeks, there is a decrease in this indicator in dynamics to 1.05.

According to COVID-19 map of Johns Hopkins University, Kazakhstan ranks 35th by confirmed cases. According to worldometers.info, today Kazakhstan ranks 19th in the world in terms of population testing, country ranks 54th in terms of the number of infected per 1 million people and ranks 113th in mortality. Thus, international statistics demonstrate the continued moderate dynamics of the epidemiological situation in Kazakhstan, that show the effectiveness of measures taken in the country.

The new restrictions include ban on holding mass gatherings, as well as family events and memorials. The beauty salons, hairdressers, gyms, fitness centers, pools, indoor markets, beaches, water parks, culture facilities, entertainment centers, religious facilities, cinemas, kindergartens, children health camps and other institutions also suspended their activities. It has been also decided to limit the movement of people to walking in groups of three or less.

At least 80% of employees of public institutions, offices, national companies and other organizations continue remote working.

The medical centers, pharmacies, grocery stores, open markets will continue operating during this period. Open air restaurants, construction and industrial plants with a continuous production cycle, open air agricultural and construction works will continue to operate under enhanced sanitary and disinfection measures. The auto service and appliance maintenance will also continue in operation.

International air traffic will be maintained for the duration of the quarantine without further increase in flights, but domestic air traffic and train traffic will be restricted.