A US-based health institute has released an updated COVID19 forecast, which shows a substantial decline of almost 10 000 fewer deaths for South Africa.
Durban - A US-based health institute has released an updated Covid-19 forecast, which shows a substantial decline of almost 10 000 fewer deaths for South Africa.
The institute, founded by the Bill and Melinda Gate Foundation, specialises in research and work in the area of global health statistics and impact evaluation. Easing into level 2 will see more sectors reopen, the return of the sale of alcohol and cigarettes, as well as inter-provincial travel will be allowed from midnight.“There are different peaks; peaks of infections, peaks of hospitalisations, peaks of deaths. Cases are coming down in South Africa and deaths will come down as a result.“The key factor is people’s behaviours, as we see more people wearing masks and decreasing their mobility, and being careful when cases arise.
“A mask protects both the individual wearing it, as well as others near the individual. Staying a safe distance from others also protects people from contracting the virus. Moreover, washing hands and disinfecting commonly used objects, such as doorknobs will reduce transmission and contain the virus,” he said.
“This virus is very patient, it waits for us to make mistakes. We cannot let down our guard. We must be vigilant,” he said.
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