Coronavirus in Laos

So far we have 19 confirmed cases and zero deaths. Fingers crossed.

Keep safe Taike. Are you isolating there as well?

Yes, Nigel. Yesterday was Pi Mai Lao (Lao New Year) and it was very quiet. No parties to be heard which is just the way I like it. We might go back to work on the 21st. You keep safe as well, Nigel.

This just came in:

LAOS EXTENDS LOCKDOWN UNTIL 03 MAY

Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith has moved to prolong Prime Ministerial Order 06/PM, effectively extending the lockdown period for Laos until 3 May.


“The situation regarding Covid-19 has the potential for further spread with 19 cases of infection now confirmed in Laos,” said Prime Minister Thongloun in a statement to the press today.

“One patient has been discharged from hospital after a full recovery, however, the threat of the further spread of the disease is very real, and therefore we have decided to extend the lockdown period under Prime Ministerial Order No. 06/PM, and all relevant regulations, by 14 days, until 3 May.”

Laos went into full lockdown on 30 March, with measures prohibiting all residents to leave their homes except for essential grocery shopping, hospital visits, and any other tasks authorized by the government, such as work undertaken by essential workers.
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My home country Taiwan seems to be doing okay as well.

Let's hope for the best.

Stay well, Brother.

chas

Thanks, Chas. You too.

New update; one was tested negative so the total stands at 18.

All my best to your great little family.

Russ

Thank you, Russ. Stay safe!

Taike

Taike, stay safe looks like 7 recovered already and hopefully all of the people will.


Allan

Thank you, Taz. The lockdown has been extended to May 11. Better safe than sorry.

Taike