Confirmed cases
3 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Lithuania, as of the morning of 12th of March.
2 new cases have been confirmed on the 10th of March to a couple who returned from skiing in Italy (Veneto region) on 7th of March. The first case of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) has been confirmed in Lithuania on 28th of February. Test results have confirmed infection to a female patient who returned from Verona (Italy) on 24 February 2020.
National level emergency
On 26 February 2020, the Government of the Republic of Lithuania decided to declare a national level emergency in the country, preparing for potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The declaration of a state of emergency in the country is a preventive measure against the spread of the coronavirus. It will help to coordinate the work of the responsible institutions, utilise equipment in state reserves, and streamline other procedures.
Preventive measures
On the 3rd of March, 2020, the National Emergency Operations Centre, in view of the epidemiological situation of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and recommendations of the World Health Organisation, and guidance of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control for the prevention of spread of the Coronavirus, issued the decision to restrict mass gatherings.
It was decided to:
Recommend all state and municipal institutions and agencies, natural and legal persons to cancel/postpone all mass gatherings;
Recommend a decision on limiting a mass gathering to be taken in view of the risk in the case of each and every event;
Recommend organisers to inform all visitors, in case attendance of mass gatherings is not limited, that they should not attend if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection and to ensure conditions for appropriate hand hygiene, i.e. ensure a possibility of washing hands with water and soap and using hand sanitizer.
Unofficial English translation can be found here.
On February 24, Lithuanian Airports initiated additional risk management tools, related with the outbreak of coronavirus in Italy. All passengers arriving from the airports of Northern Italy to Lithuania shall undergo a health check and consulting provided by the professionals of the National Public Health Center.
All travellers who have travelled to China and Northern Italy are also asked to fill a questionnaire and follow the recommendations on the website of the National Public Health Centre under the Ministry of Health (http://nvsc.lrv.lt/COVID-19). They are asked to self-quarantine by staying at home, monitoring their health and limiting interaction with other people during a 14-day period after their return from the above-mentioned destinations. Travellers with possible coronavirus symptoms are urged to immediately call 112.
The Ministry of Health also urged employers in the country to show solidarity with efforts to tackle this infection. Employers are asked to allow workers who have recently visited the People's Republic of China, Northern Italy (Veneto, Lombardy, Piedmont and Emilia-Romagna), Hong Kong, Iran, Japan, South Korea, Singapore to work from home, minimizing their contact with others.
Travel recommendations
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Republic of Lithuania currently recommends against travelling to China, South Korea, and Italy.
Travel recommendation for a specific country could be checked at https://keliauk.urm.lt .
Important to know
To prevent chances of getting infected with the coronavirus, it is recommended following standard measures to reduce the spread of the disease: frequently washing hands with warm water and soap, not touching the face and eyes, observing the coughing and sneezing etiquette (covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or the bent of an elbow), observing safe cooking (especially when using uncooked meat or eggs) and avoiding close contact with anyone who has symptoms of respiratory disease such as cough or sneezing.
If within 14 days of your last visit to the COVID-19 affected areas (China (all provinces), Northern Italy (Lombardy, Veneto, Piedmont and Emilia-Romagna regions), Hong Kong, Iran, Japan, South Korea and Singapore) or following a close contact with a person with a confirmed COVID-19 disease you have experienced flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, shortness of breath or other respiratory problems, muscle pain or fatigue, please immediately call Emergency Help Centre line 112 and follow medical advice.
If you have not travelled to these countries, have not been in contact with persons with a confirmed COVID-19 disease and have experienced flu-like symptoms, please contact your family doctor or the nearest health facility. For more information, please call +370 618 79984 or send an email (24/7) to info@nvsc.lt.
COVID-19 Hotline: +370 618 79984 (specialists from National Public Health Center provide information a 24-hour availability).
More information
Government’s web page: http://lrv.lt/en/relevant-information/coronavirus-in-lithuania/relevant-information-1
Ministry of Health - http://sam.lrv.lt/en/
National Preparedness for Emergencies in Lithuania - https://www.lt72.lt/go.php/eng/Frequently-asked-questions-faq-about-the-novel-coronavirus
Confirmed cases
3 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Lithuania, as of the morning of 12th of March.
2 new cases have been confirmed on the 10th of March to a couple who returned from skiing in Italy (Veneto region) on 7th of March. The first case of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) has been confirmed in Lithuania on 28th of February. Test results have confirmed infection to a female patient who returned from Verona (Italy) on 24 February 2020.
National level emergency
On 26 February 2020, the Government of the Republic of Lithuania decided to declare a national level emergency in the country, preparing for potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The declaration of a state of emergency in the country is a preventive measure against the spread of the coronavirus. It will help to coordinate the work of the responsible institutions, utilise equipment in state reserves, and streamline other procedures.
Preventive measures
On the 3rd of March, 2020, the National Emergency Operations Centre, in view of the epidemiological situation of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and recommendations of the World Health Organisation, and guidance of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control for the prevention of spread of the Coronavirus, issued the decision to restrict mass gatherings.
It was decided to:
- Recommend all state and municipal institutions and agencies, natural and legal persons to cancel/postpone all mass gatherings;
- Recommend a decision on limiting a mass gathering to be taken in view of the risk in the case of each and every event;
- Recommend organisers to inform all visitors, in case attendance of mass gatherings is not limited, that they should not attend if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection and to ensure conditions for appropriate hand hygiene, i.e. ensure a possibility of washing hands with water and soap and using hand sanitizer.
Unofficial English translation can be found here.
On February 24, Lithuanian Airports initiated additional risk management tools, related with the outbreak of coronavirus in Italy. All passengers arriving from the airports of Northern Italy to Lithuania shall undergo a health check and consulting provided by the professionals of the National Public Health Center.
All travellers who have travelled to China and Northern Italy are also asked to fill a questionnaire and follow the recommendations on the website of the National Public Health Centre under the Ministry of Health (http://nvsc.lrv.lt/COVID-19). They are asked to self-quarantine by staying at home, monitoring their health and limiting interaction with other people during a 14-day period after their return from the above-mentioned destinations. Travellers with possible coronavirus symptoms are urged to immediately call 112.
The Ministry of Health also urged employers in the country to show solidarity with efforts to tackle this infection. Employers are asked to allow workers who have recently visited the People's Republic of China, Northern Italy (Veneto, Lombardy, Piedmont and Emilia-Romagna), Hong Kong, Iran, Japan, South Korea, Singapore to work from home, minimizing their contact with others.
Travel recommendations
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Republic of Lithuania currently recommends against travelling to China, South Korea, and Italy.
Travel recommendation for a specific country could be checked at https://keliauk.urm.lt .
Important to know
To prevent chances of getting infected with the coronavirus, it is recommended following standard measures to reduce the spread of the disease: frequently washing hands with warm water and soap, not touching the face and eyes, observing the coughing and sneezing etiquette (covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or the bent of an elbow), observing safe cooking (especially when using uncooked meat or eggs) and avoiding close contact with anyone who has symptoms of respiratory disease such as cough or sneezing.
If within 14 days of your last visit to the COVID-19 affected areas (China (all provinces), Northern Italy (Lombardy, Veneto, Piedmont and Emilia-Romagna regions), Hong Kong, Iran, Japan, South Korea and Singapore) or following a close contact with a person with a confirmed COVID-19 disease you have experienced flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, shortness of breath or other respiratory problems, muscle pain or fatigue, please immediately call Emergency Help Centre line 112 and follow medical advice.
If you have not travelled to these countries, have not been in contact with persons with a confirmed COVID-19 disease and have experienced flu-like symptoms, please contact your family doctor or the nearest health facility. For more information, please call +370 618 79984 or send an email (24/7) to info@nvsc.lt.
COVID-19 Hotline: +370 618 79984 (specialists from National Public Health Center provide information a 24-hour availability).
More information
Government’s web page: http://lrv.lt/en/relevant-information/coronavirus-in-lithuania/relevant-information-1
Ministry of Health - http://sam.lrv.lt/en/
National Preparedness for Emergencies in Lithuania - https://www.lt72.lt/go.php/eng/Frequently-asked-questions-faq-about-the-novel-coronavirus
