Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) Updates
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I still see moderate numbers of secondary school students going back to school during these March holidays.
MOH has said that they won’t order school closures unless they start seeing evidence of the school-going age group being at higher risk, or of them being super-spreaders to vulnerable family members.
In any case, we can expect plenty of kids whose parents have happily taken them on overseas holiday cos unwilling to cancel or whatever, waiting out their compulsory 14-day SHN, which will last till 1-2 weeks after Term 2 starts. I’d expect many classrooms to be less than full when Term 2 reopens.
That should buy us a bit more time, flatten the curve a little bit. -
doodbug\" post_id=\"1967639\" time=\"1584580265\" user_id=\"13281:
All shopping malls shut down for 2 weeks except for supermarkets and pharmacies. Maybe we can’t imagine that happening but this is what is happening in many countries right now.
School closures by themselves - would it be useful?
Probably need to couple with stay at home advisories - otherwise large groups of kids, instead of being in school where some social distancing can be enforced - they are milling around in fast food outlets or malls or public libraries etc - i don't think it will help much in containing spread.
Friend told me, those undergrad returning from overseas, many of them have siblings in local schools! One school teacher I knew, flew overseas during March Hol, I am not sure whether she returned before or after the SHN dateline kicked in.
https://postimg.cc/18VLK1Cm -
slmkhoo\" post_id=\"1967635\" time=\"1584575960\" user_id=\"28674:
https://kemlu.go.id/portal/id/read/1128/siaran_pers/peritif-pers-kemlu-tentang-update-prepulang-wni
In case this frightens people like it did me, the ban applies to a list of countries, i.e. those which have high rates of transmission. Others need to get visas. I have a non-Indon friend in Singapore for a few days who has left his family in Indon, and the above gave me a shock!phtthp\" post_id=\"1967610\" time=\"1584539218\" user_id=\"35251:
1) Indonesia announced that she will close her door to foreign arrival for 1 month, starting with effect from
this Friday 20 March 2020, time 00 West Indonesian time
Details:
https://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2020/03/17/covid-19-indonesia-suspends-visa-free-policy-expands-ban-for-people-from-worst-hit-countries.html
* ADDITIONAL GOVERNMENT POLICY IN INDONESIA *
* RELATED TO PEOPLE'S CROSSING FROM AND TO INDONESIA *
1. The government continues to pay close attention to reports from WHO regarding the development of the spread of COVID-19.
2. Bearing in mind that more and more countries have been infected with COVID-19, the Government strongly urges Indonesian citizens to limit their travel abroad except for urgent matters which cannot be postponed.
3. For Indonesian citizens who are currently traveling abroad, they are expected to return to Indonesia immediately before experiencing further flight difficulties.
4. A number of countries currently have policies to restrict traffic. Therefore, all Indonesian citizens are requested to keep a close watch on information in the safe-travel application or contact the nearest RI representative hotline.
5. Regarding foreign visitors from all countries, the Government of Indonesia has decided that the Visa Free Arrival (BVK), Visa on Arrival and Free Diplomatic / Service Visa policies are suspended for 1 month.
6. Therefore, every foreigner who will visit Indonesia is required to have a Visa from an Indonesian Representative in accordance with the purpose and purpose of the visit. When applying for a visa, you must attach a health certificate issued by the health authority in each country.
7. In addition to the above, there are special policies that concern the following countries:
8. First,
the policy towards China is still valid according to the statement of the Minister of Foreign Affairs on 2 February (https://kemlu.go.id/portal/id/read/1128/siaran_pers/peritif-pers-kemlu-tentang-update-prepulang-wni -from-wuhan-as well-policies-pemri-concerning-arrivals of travel-travelers-from-rrt) and Permenkumham number 7 year 2020 (https://www.imigation.go.id/uploads/14-15-07-PERMENKUMHAM_NOMOR_7_TAHUN_2020_TENTANG_PEMBERIAN_VISA_DANIZUS_YU_US_US_CYLE_US_COM_GREG
9. Second,
the policy towards South Korea for Daegu City and Gyeongsangbuk-do Province is still in accordance with the Foreign Minister's statement dated March 5, 2020. https://kemlu.go.id/portal/id/read/1104/berita/indonesian-government- policy-on-the-development-of-covid-19-outbreak
10. Third,
migrants / travelers who within the last 14 days visited the countries below are not permitted to enter / transit to Indonesia. These countries are:
a. Iran;
b. Italy;
c. Vatican;
d. Spanish;
e. France;
f. German;
g. Switzerland;
h. English
11. Fourth,
all arrivals / travelers must fill out and submit a Health Alert Card to the Port Health Office prior to arrival at the entrance of the Indonesian International Airport.
12. If the travel history shows that in the last 14 days the person concerned has visited these countries, then the person concerned may be refused entry to Indonesia.
13. Fifth, for Indonesian citizens who visit the aforementioned countries, an additional inspection will be carried out by the Port Health Office upon arrival in the homeland:
a. If additional investigations find the initial symptoms of Covid-19, there will be an observation at a government facility for 14 days;
b. If no initial symptoms are found, it is strongly recommended that the person perform an independent quarantine for 14 days.
14. Extension of residence permit for foreigners / travelers who currently reside in Indonesia and has expired, then the arrangement is carried out in accordance with Permenkumham No. 7 in 2020.
15. For KITAS / KITAP holders and holders of diplomatic / official residence permits currently residing abroad and their entry permits will expire, the arrangements are also in accordance with Permenkumham No. 7 in 2020.
16. This policy will take effect on Friday 20 March at 00.00 West Indonesia Time.
17. This policy is temporary and will be evaluated in accordance with developments. -
lee_yl\" post_id=\"1967647\" time=\"1584583545\" user_id=\"17023:
shut down activitties/ retail / entertainment in week ends? except essential services :food supermarket, medical etc
All shopping malls shut down for 2 weeks except for supermarkets and pharmacies. Maybe we can’t imagine that happening but this is what is happening in many countries right now.doodbug\" post_id=\"1967639\" time=\"1584580265\" user_id=\"13281:
School closures by themselves - would it be useful?
Probably need to couple with stay at home advisories - otherwise large groups of kids, instead of being in school where some social distancing can be enforced - they are milling around in fast food outlets or malls or public libraries etc - i don't think it will help much in containing spread.
Friend told me, those undergrad returning from overseas, many of them have siblings in local schools! One school teacher I knew, flew overseas during March Hol, I am not sure whether she returned before or after the SHN dateline kicked in.
https://postimg.cc/18VLK1Cm
the teens still go out during sch holidays - to sch for extra class, own initiated cca . class activities etc !
Italy gov not strict enough in locked down of cities, this cost thousands lives - many deads have no proper funeral -
MyPillow\" post_id=\"1967650\" time=\"1584584837\" user_id=\"70594:
Italy coronavirus deaths rise by record 475, in a day
shut down activitties/ retail / entertainment in week ends? except essential services :food supermarket, medical etc
the teens still go out during sch holidays - to sch for extra class, own initiated cca . class activities etc !
Italy gov not strict enough in locked down of cities, this cost thousands lives - many deads have no proper funeral
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-51952712
Italian doctors don't know if the coronavirus lockdown is working. But there is No plan B
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/03/18/europe/italy-coronavirus-lockdown-intl/index.html -
Minister Ong Ye Kung just confirmed on Facebook - school will reopen next week. CCAs suspended for first two weeks.
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doodbug\" post_id=\"1967652\" time=\"1584585407\" user_id=\"13281:
Schools, kindergarten to reopen on Monday
Minister Ong Ye Kung just confirmed on Facebook - school will reopen next week. CCAs suspended for first two weeks.
students, staff who returned from overseas from March 14, have to isolate for 14 days
https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/education/coronavirus-schools-kindergartens-to-reopen-on-monday-students-staff-who-return?xtor=CS3-18&utm_source=STiPhone&utm_medium=share&utm_term=2020-03-19%2010%3A03%3A46
https://www.moe.gov.sg/faqs-covid-19-infection#q42pr -
MyPillow\" post_id=\"1967650\" time=\"1584584837\" user_id=\"70594:
shut down activitties/ retail / entertainment in week ends? except essential services :food supermarket, medical etc
All shopping malls shut down for 2 weeks except for supermarkets and pharmacies. Maybe we can’t imagine that happening but this is what is happening in many countries right now.lee_yl\" post_id=\"1967647\" time=\"1584583545\" user_id=\"17023:
[quote=doodbug post_id=1967639 time=1584580265 user_id=13281]School closures by themselves - would it be useful?
Probably need to couple with stay at home advisories - otherwise large groups of kids, instead of being in school where some social distancing can be enforced - they are milling around in fast food outlets or malls or public libraries etc - i don't think it will help much in containing spread.
Friend told me, those undergrad returning from overseas, many of them have siblings in local schools! One school teacher I knew, flew overseas during March Hol, I am not sure whether she returned before or after the SHN dateline kicked in.
https://postimg.cc/18VLK1Cm
the teens still go out during sch holidays - to sch for extra class, own initiated cca . class activities etc !
Italy gov not strict enough in locked down of cities, this cost thousands lives - many deads have no proper funeral[/quote]The problem with our govt is, the directions are not clear. Or should I say, the spectrum is very wide.
On one hand, asked for social distancing, on the other hand, asked to live life as per normal. Very contradictory objectives, not easy to reconcile. -
starlight1968sg\" post_id=\"1967619\" time=\"1584545764\" user_id=\"14025:
We have deep pockets but is for rainy days... Guess G realised rainy days are here, just gotta be patient abit and wait for the second package.
I worry if our hospitals can cope despite reports said G is prep to expand etc.
Beds and facilities can increase, medical professionals can't increase overnight.
Big countries hv deep pockets to cushion the economy impacts, how long can our little red dot sustain?
Other countries have resources tho... But that's beyond us -
And in the meanwhile, a certain ex-politician says he is running for elections in my GRC! lol!
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