Healthcare trains converted into mobile Covid-19 testing units for KZN, Eastern Cape
Two nurses and a porter had died, while 157 health workers had recovered.
Friday’s provincial statistics show 7 586 cases have been confirmed in the Western Cape, up by 366 from 7 220 a day ago.
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An additional eight deaths have been reported, bringing the total of fatalities to 137.
When a positive case is confirmed, the health facility or the specific contaminated area may be temporarily closed to allow for the containment of the spread of the virus and decontamination, Watlington said.
“All staff in the affected areas are screened. Testing will be done for those who are deemed at risk and will be sent home while awaiting their results. In the event a staff member or clients tests positive, all close contacts will be asked to quarantine at home.
“As per protocol, the facility or affected area will be decontaminated, deep cleaned in line with prescribed infection prevention standards and reopened with staff who do not pose a risk.”
