COVID19 SITUATION IN UGANDA
Uganda is one of the countries in the World that are still having the fewest confirmed cases of corona virus and with prayers, we greatly pray for the lord’s protection upon this mother land, the pearl of Africa. The number of confirmed cases of this highly infectious disease, has risen high this May and has put almost all businesses at a stand still, except for the Tourism sector which is totally open to the rest of the World. But the Government plus the citizens are doing all that is in their capacity to curb down the situation. So businesses will resume operations when the conditions of the corona virus cases get better. In consideration to Mountain gorillas, it is also considered that gorillas are prone to some respiratory illnesses that afflict humans, they still open though to tourists. A common cold can kill a gorilla, according to the World Wide Fund for Nature, one reason why tourists tracking gorillas are not normally permitted to get too close and no Gorilla trekking activities now until when the conditions get back to normal.
Around 1,000 mountain gorillas live in protected areas in Congo, Uganda and Rwanda, for whom tourism is an important source of revenue. But COVID-19 has led to restrictive measures.
We know that gorillas are very sensitive to human diseases, If anyone has a cold or a flu they are not allowed to go and see the gorillas. With corona virus having such a long time of no symptoms in some cases, it means that we could actually put those gorillas at risk.
SAFETY FIRST
The visitors and the tourists with in Uganda will stay safe in case they follow some security, safety rules as well instructions though with time it is not yet still proven that visitors from other infected countries can be trusted to cross boarders into Uganda. What to note is that People of all ages can be infected by the new corona virus (2019-nCoV). Older people, and people with pr-existing medical conditions (such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease) and other serious chronic medical conditions (such as heart disease, lung disease, or diabetes). appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill with the virus. CDC recommends that travelers at higher risk for COVID-19 complications avoid all cruise travel and nonessential air travel.
For any reason if you have not been alerted about the disease, here are some emergency warning signs
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest.
- New confusion or inability to arouse.
- Bluish lips or face.
- This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.
- There are simple things you can do to help keep yourself and others healthy.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; going to the bathroom; and before eating or preparing food.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. trash.
Always wash your hands.
TERRAIN SAFARIS, ALWAYS AT YOUR SERVICE.
