BELMOPAN, Belize, May 31, CMC – The Belize government says while there are no cases of the deadly Ebola virus in the country, it is encouraging persons who have travelled from affected areas mainly in East and Central Africa to provide accurate information regarding recent travel.
The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) said it is initiating heightened public health vigilance and that travellers at all ports of entry who has travelled from affected areas and develops symptoms should immediately contact the ministry or health officials.
“Travellers are encouraged to provide accurate information regarding recent travel to border officials. Travelers who are able to self-isolate are encouraged to do so. Persons with symptoms must avoid close contact with others while seeking medical attention.
“ While no suspected cases have been identified in Belize, the MOHW is ensuring that precautionary measures at points of entry are initiated to protect the population’s health,” the ministry added.
Ebola is a rare viral disease that is often fatal to humans. It spreads through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of a person who is sick with or has died from Ebola disease. The incubation period ranges from 2 to 21 days. Symptoms usually begin with fever, severe tiredness, muscle pain, headache, and sore throat, followed by vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, unexplained bleeding, and rash.
The authorities here said that the risk to the public at this time is low “however, the MOHW is coordinating with the Belize Airport Authority, border management, immigration, customs, civil aviation, cruise lines, and airline partners to strengthen screening and response procedures at airports, land borders, and seaports.
“The Ministry is monitoring the international situation closely and will continue to provide updates as needed,” they added.
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