All at risk of contracting COVID-19 from clusters under quarantine

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All those at risk of contracting COVID-19 from existing clusters have been subjected to the quarantine process, and all measures have been taken to contain the spread of the virus in the country.

A statement issued today by the Health and Indigenous Medical Services Ministry mentioned that family members, neighbours, and associates who have come into contact with Navy personnel that tested positive for COVID-10 are under observation. According to the statement, investigations into infections among Navy personnel are nearing an end.

The Ministry also stated that Health Services Director General Dr. Anil Jasinghe was confident existing COVID-19 clusters will not expand further, but that it was vital that those who are close to these clusters and Navy personnel are under observation. The monitoring is currently being carried out by the health and intelligence sectors.

He also stated that predictions about the expansion of existing COVID-19 clusters and the formation of new clusters cannot be made at the moment but that it was vital that the public adhere to health and safety guidelines.