No cases of coronavirus have yet been reported in Lebanon. However, the Ministry of Public Health remains very vigilant for early detection of any case, as per the requirements of the International Health regulations.
The WHO Lebanon Office supports and works closely with the MOPH to increase preparedness and response measures (efforts) and to monitor the rapidly evolving situation to minimize the risk of Coronavirus importation into the country. The Ministry of Public Health is monitoring the potential patients through temperature monitoring system at the Airport, and distributing the risk checklist to all passengers coming directly or indirectly from countries where the virus is confirmed.
Any patient suspected to be exposed will be followed-up by phone by the Communicable Diseases department at the MOPH.
WHO Lebanon is following-up with National reference laboratory at the Rafik Hariri University Hospital to obtain the coronavirus primers from WHO to be able to confirm cases.
All hospitals have received the detailed guidance for diagnosis, prevention and care related to the coronavirus. The patient and staff safety at The Rafik Hariri University Hospital is ensured through a four-bed capacity for isolation, and Personal Protected Equipment, as well as trained staff.
Read the latest WHO situation report for updated numbers of cases https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/situation-reports
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