Colombo, August 8 (Daily Mirror) – The Government today (7) urged the general public to get themselves vaccinated as early as they can, as the highly contiguous Delta variant spreads like wildfire in the country.
In a statement, the Department of Government Information has requested the general public to strictly adhere to health guidelines and practices.
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It highlighted the following instructions to be followed by the people in order to protect from the virus:
– Leave home only for essential purposes.
– Not to attend events such as weddings, funerals and festivities where people gather in large numbers.
– Always wear a mask when visiting public places and travelling outdoors.
– Avoid gathering in large numbers in rooms, halls, elevators and vehicles where there is a lack of ventilation.
– Always wash hands thoroughly with soap.
– Maintain a social distance of two metres when in contact with others.
– Not to leave home, except for work, if you have chronic diseases.
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