The Taskforce Urges the Public Not To Let Down Their Guard Against Covid-19

To avert a third wave in Laos, the National Taskforce for Covid-19 Prevention and Control has advised the public to follow Covid-19 limitations.

Dr. Lattanaxay Phetsouvanh, Director-General of the Ministry of Health's Department of Communicable Disease Control, believes the people must make a stronger effort to follow the government's Covid limitations and prevention measures.

According to Dr. Lattanaxay, Laos is at risk of a third major outbreak of community spread due to individuals assembling in groups and having gatherings.

Authorities are having trouble managing the amount of parties that are still being held across the country, despite Covid restriction orders, he added.

“At the same time, people in workplaces, factories, and restaurants have come to take the limits for granted, failing to comply with Prime Ministerial Order 15/PM and other taskforce-recommended measures,” Dr. Lattanaxay stated.

Authorities are now encouraging residents to avoid congregating in large groups and to stay as close to their houses as possible.

“Despite the fact that entry into red zones is forbidden, some residents continue to flout Covid laws by visiting and exiting red zone towns without permission,” he stated.

Business leaders must take a bigger role in enforcing strict adherence to Covid policies and urging workers to act responsibly.

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