Restrictions relax in Cyprus: Finally the masks outside, how many days will be quarantined whoever is sick

As of today, the restrictive measures for the coronavirus in Cyprus by abolishing the mandatory use of a mask outdoors.

also those who are sick will be released from quarantine in 7 days, without the obligation of rapid test and if they do not show active symptoms. Release earlier than the 7th day can be done by PCR test (with negative result) on the 5th day of the diagnosis (at the expense of the patient). Before going to a clinical laboratory, the positive case should inform the chemist about the examination, wear a protective mask and observe the necessary distances. It is recommended that citizens use a double surgical mask or a high protection mask (type KN95 or type FFP2). Special arrangements apply to enclosed structures, nursing homes and nursing homes.

As of today, the quarantine is also reduced from 7 to 5 days, for people who are close contacts of a confirmed positive incident. and under the protocol are restricted, as long as they do not show active symptoms (persons who do not have a valid vaccination or recovery certificate). Obligation for Rapid antigen test on the 3rd and 5th day after contact. Close contacts that have not been isolated from the positive event should remain restricted until the positive event is released on the 7th day.

What about SafePass

From today as well the SafePass presentation is removed (rapid test / PCR, vaccination or disease certificate) in workplaces, in accordance with the guidelines of the Ministry of Health. Employees in nursing homes, closed structures, hospitals, medical centers and health professionals are excluded. A self-test is recommended in case of symptoms. Restaurants, leisure and entertainment areas are excluded and other sites that must be provided with a SafePass by decree.

Removed the Safe Pass demonstration to businesses that serve the publicas well as the Departments / Services of the state and wider state sector which serve the public, in archeological sites, museums, historical sites, places of fine arts and galleries, in construction sites and companies of similar activity, in public markets, bazaars and popular fairs.

alsoSafe Pass is not required regardless of sq.m., in pharmacies, supermarkets, grocery stores, butchers, fishmongers, bakeries, patisseries, kiosks, mini markets and take away services. SafePass is required for gambling and betting companies, casinos, hairdressers, barbershops, beauty salons and tattoo parlors, theaters, cinemas, auditoriums, playgrounds, amusement parks, theme parks, stadiums, hotels, restaurants, , entertainment centers and music and dance venues. The Safe Pass demonstration is required in spaces over 100 sq.m., ie spaces where more than 25 people gather.

From today fills theaters, amphitheaters, cinemas and auditoriums to 100% capacity.

Recommended teleworking at a rate of 25% in companies and organizations, public and wider public sector, as well as in local authorities.

From April 15, 2022, the announcement of positive diagnoses, deaths and hospitalizations will be made on a weekly basis. As of April 18, 2022, the Safe Pass in retail trade and malls is abolished.

Source: News Beast

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