The Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla has decided to implement the use of face masks in closed spaces within its facilities, such as classrooms, prior to the start of classes on August 5.
In recent days, an increase in the number of cases of acute respiratory diseases has been reported, particularly those associated with COVID-19, due to the new variants of the CORONAVIRUS SARS-COV2. In response to this situation, the institutional COVID-19 commission has issued a series of recommendations based on the Long-Term Management Plan for the Control of COVID-19, with the aim of avoiding a chain of contagion.
General recommendations
*Have the complete vaccination schedule against covid-19 and influenza.
*In the case of people over 60 years of age or with comorbidities such as obesity, diabetes mellitus, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and arterial hypertension, have the corresponding booster dose,
*If you have respiratory symptoms, please refrain from attending the institution and seek immediate medical evaluation.
*If you test positive for Covid-19, you must remain in quarantine for 5 days.
*Measures in University Facilities
-Use of gel activities.
-Frequent hand washing.
-In closed places, permanent use of face masks.
-Ensure adequate ventilation in closed spaces.
At the University Hospital of Puebla, the use of face masks is mandatory for patients, family members and all healthcare personnel.
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Increase in cases in Puebla
The state of Puebla registered 19 COVID-19 infections in epidemiological week number 30, which runs from July 21 to 27, adding up to a total of 419 cases so far in 2024, reported the Secretary of Health, Araceli Soria Córdoba.
Minors and Young Adults, the Most Affected
In addition to COVID-19, the head of the Health Services pointed out that other respiratory diseases are also being treated. So far this year, 469,858 acute respiratory infections have been recorded, mainly affecting people between 25 and 44 years old, followed by the 5 to 9 age group and finally 1 to 4 years old.
To avoid these illnesses, Soria Córdoba reiterated the call to the population to take preventive measures, such as the use of face masks in case of respiratory infection, in crowded and closed places, sneezing etiquette, frequent hand washing and use of antibacterial gel.
These measures seek to mitigate the impact of the new coronavirus variants and protect the health of the university community and the general population.
