The health department has advised South Africans to try not to attend funerals, but if they do, to maintain social distancing and take other precautions.
In a statement on Saturday night, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said the behaviour of mourners at funerals could be contributing to the spread of Covid-19.
“This is consistent with the trends that we have seen worldwide. We therefore urge these vulnerable groups to adhere to their treatment regimens and maximise on staying at home.” “We wish to warn South Africans, if you attend a funeral and practise any of the above behaviour, you are at risk to be infected to Covid-19. The reality is there could be one person at that funeral who is Covid-19 positive and may not be aware.
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