Ethiopia records first case of coronavirus
A significant development!
Yes, you're correct. Ethiopia has recorded its first case of coronavirus (COVID-19) on March 13, 2020. The patient is a 48-year-old woman who had recently traveled to Italy, which has been one of the worst-affected countries by the virus.
According to reports, the woman was admitted to a hospital in Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia, after showing symptoms of the virus, including fever and cough. She was tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently receiving treatment at the hospital.
Ethiopia has since taken measures to contain the spread of the virus, including:
- Suspending all international flights to and from the country.
- Closing all schools and universities.
- Restricting public gatherings and events.
- Increasing surveillance and testing for COVID-19.
- Providing guidance and support to healthcare workers and patients.
The Ethiopian government has also set up a national task force to coordinate the response to the outbreak and has appealed to citizens to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.
It's worth noting that Ethiopia has a relatively fragile healthcare system, and the country is still recovering from a decade-long conflict in the north. Therefore, the government is taking the outbreak very seriously and is working to ensure that the country is prepared to respond effectively.
I hope this information is helpful!