COVID-19 pandemic in Guyana

COVID-19 pandemic in Guyana

The COVID-19 pandemic in Guyana (pronunciation: /ɡaɪˈɑːnə/), refers to the ongoing global pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a novel infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), in the South American country of Guyana. The first case in Guyana was reported on 11 March 2020.

Etymology

The term "COVID-19" is derived from COronaVIrus Disease 2019, indicating the year the disease was first identified. The virus itself is named "SARS-CoV-2" due to its genetic similarity to the virus that caused the SARS outbreak in 2002 (SARS-CoV).

Epidemiology

The first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Guyana was reported on 11 March 2020. The patient was a 52-year-old woman who had recently traveled from the United States. Since then, the virus has spread throughout the country, affecting all ten regions of Guyana.

Prevention and control

The Government of Guyana has implemented several measures to control the spread of the virus, including travel restrictions, social distancing measures, and the promotion of hand hygiene. The country has also ramped up its testing capacity and has implemented contact tracing to identify and isolate individuals who may have been exposed to the virus.

Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on various aspects of life in Guyana, including the economy, healthcare system, and education sector. The pandemic has also exacerbated existing social and economic inequalities in the country.

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External links

Medical encyclopedia article on COVID-19 pandemic in Guyana
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