Prof. Asen Baltov: Suddenly we all became very brave! Why? The pandemic is not over! – Diseases

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The increased number of cases of COVID-19 in Bulgaria in recent weeks is due to both the loosening of the measures and the British modification of the coronavirus, commented to BalTV Prof. Baltov.

He informed that if the local measures do not work, restrictions will be applied at the central level.

He expressed concern that the British version was spreading faster and more severe among the younger ones. Prof. Baltov said that a 40-day-old baby with a coronavirus infection was admitted to Pirogov. The treatment worked and the baby is now at home.

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The director of Pirogov warned that people should isolate themselves to protect others. According to him, one should not rely only on a quick antigen test from the pharmacy, but use those in licensed laboratories to assess the result more correctly. Then treatment should be prescribed as soon as possible. He said that in many cases the young patients come to Pirogov in an already serious condition.

Regarding vaccination, Prof. Asen Baltov explained that the “green corridors” at this stage will not be launched as in the beginning. The electronic system for recording hours for immunization will be worked on.

Vaccines are currently being given priority to members of sectional election commissions (PECs). After March 11, the three phases will begin – doctors, teachers, professors, health and social structures.

“If one is late, it is not fatal, we leave a window of time. The minutes for vaccination are not yet densely made,” commented Prof. Baltov.

The specialist warned that Bulgarians coming from Zanzibar will probably be vaccinated.

“I have been to Zanzibar. Movement across Africa is absolutely possible there. 90% of the goods in Zanzibar are from South Africa,” said Prof. Baltov.

Hear in the video what the authorities intend to do because of the growing number of patients: