118 new coronavirus cases in HywelDda

In Wales, 1,660 new cases have been identified and 45 new deaths have also been reported by the Welsh Public Health Service.

Eight more deaths have been confirmed in the Highwell The region, with a total of 280 deaths since the outbreak of the pandemic.

In Pembrokeshire, more than 2,500 cases (2,515 cases) have occurred since the pandemic began, but in Carmarthenshire a total of 8,529 cases have been confirmed. The total Ceredigion is currently 1,396.

Since the last report, 18,110 tests have been conducted.

Dr. Robin Howe, Incident Director for the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak at the Wales Public Health Service, said:

“In light of this, on Friday the First Minister confirmed that the Welsh blockade would continue for another three weeks until January 29.

“The Minister of Education has announced that all schools and universities will continue to study online until at least January 29, and will maintain that method until the first half of February, unless communication is significantly reduced.

“Furthermore, the Welsh government has confirmed that non-essential retail stores, hospitality facilities, licensed facilities and leisure facilities will remain closed. Click-collect services will continue to be available, but all showrooms. We will strengthen measures at stores and workplaces that are still open, such as closing them.

“Pfizer BioNTech and AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine deployments are ongoing in Wales, and the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) recently approved the inclusion of the Moderna vaccine in the program.

“Vaccination of the Welsh adult population to protect people from serious illness is an important task, and it will take time for the vaccine to reach everyone. Throughout the UK in late 2020. COVID-19 epidemics have shown a clear need for rapid, high-level vaccination among vulnerable people.

“The Joint Committee on Immunization and Immunization (JCVI) has issued a short statement outlining examples of optimizing existing vaccine programs in the UK to maximize short-term effects. We advise you to prioritize your first vaccination because it has a significant impact on public health in the short term and is likely to reduce the preventable deaths from COVID-19.

“Given the data available and evidence from the use of many other vaccines, Public Health Wales increases the maximum interval between the first and second doses of both the Pfizer BioNTech vaccine and the AstraZeneca vaccine to 12 weeks. We fully support JCVI’s advice.

“The general public should not call their GP, pharmacy or hospital and ask when they will be vaccinated. When someone joins one of the vaccinated groups, patients and health care professionals You will be invited to a dedicated clinic that will be set up to ensure your safety.

“The effect of the vaccine may not be seen nationwide for some time, and since Wales is at alert level 4, we must follow the advice on keeping Wales safe. At home. Meet only those who live with you, stay socially distant, wash your hands regularly, and work from home if possible.

“A new restriction has been raised as a new, more contagious variant of the coronavirus has been identified, as indicated by the Welsh government. Public Health Wales has worked with its UK partner to identify this sub-sub We have investigated and responded to the species.

“It is normal for the virus to mutate, and we expect this to happen. The variant is easy to send, but there is currently no evidence that it is more serious.

“All current guidance related to the coronavirus reminds people that it will continue to apply to new variants, including advice related to symptoms, social distance, self-isolation, and vaccination.

“The new variant shows positive on the existing Coronavirus test of the Welsh Public Health Service. If coronavirus symptoms appear, people must continue testing in the usual way.

“Travelers who have passed or have passed South Africa, Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, Zambia and Zimbabwe in the last 10 days are no longer allowed to enter the UK. Those returning to Wales from these countries are advised to regularly check gov.uk for the latest guidance and advice on self-isolation.

“If you or your family develop a cough, fever, or taste or olfactory changes, you need to call 119 or click here to immediately self-quarantine and book a free coronavirus test. there is.

“If you plan to travel to the UK, keep an eye on the changing situation and check the FCO website for the latest details.

“The Wales Public Health Service requires everyone to follow the rules to avoid coronavirus infections and protect everyone in the community, including the most vulnerable.”