Epidemic outcome of COVID restrictions imposed within the scope of a 2-Month-Long Plan, performance of the Intensive Testing Program and preparation for the vaccination process were discussed today by the Inter-Agency Coordination Council led by Giorgi Gakharia, Prime Minister of Georgia at the Government Administration.
It was noted at the meeting that almost 20 000 tests are administered a day within the scope of an Intensive Testing Program, which will be continued this week as well. Analysis of the previous week gives the grounds for cautious optimism, as the test-positive indicator of the viral infection has declined to almost 22-23%. Epidemiologists particularly stressed the role of current restrictions in the relative stabilization of the epidemic stance and noted that it is essential to demonstrate particular caution and avoid a sharp increase of mobility so that achieved results are not jeopardized. Inter-Agency Coordination Council analyses in detail the current epidemic situation witnessed in the country, impact of the imposed restrictions, quality of their enforcement and economic interests of the country for balanced decision-making.
It was once again noted that effective enforcement of the imposed restrictions is required, along with all the recommendations that need to be adhered. They include the social distancing and uniform wearing of face masks. Specialists believe that even within the current COVID restrictions, special importance is acquired by facemasks for the stability of the situation and reduction of the community transfer rate. This indicator (i.e. uniform wearing of face masks) needs to increase from 65% to 90-95%, which coupled with current restrictions, will lead to a clear improvement of the epidemic situation in the country.
