Gülhane Training and Research Hospital (GATA) Intensive Care and Internal Diseases Specialist and Scientific Committee Member Prof. Dr. Levent Yamanel said that the increasing number of cases was a reflection of the Eid al-Adha.
Yamanel, “The increases we expected. But there were no huge increases, which would put a strain on our health system. We were expecting a serious decrease in numbers in August. We were expecting the 2nd wave like September-October, but we started to see small peaks on the first wave. We need to be more careful in September. We think that the number of cases may increase with the intensification of indoor environments and the opening of schools in September. Therefore, our citizens need to be much more careful “ said.
Ministry of Health Coronavirus Scientific Committee Member Prof. Dr. Levent Yamanel
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“WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THE FLU VACCINE”
Stating that the influenza factor is among the factors that will emerge in the autumn, Yamanel said, “Covid-19 and flu symptoms are very similar and may be confused. For this reason, it is necessary to have a flu shot. We definitely recommend the flu vaccine to all our citizens, ”he said.
Yamanel, Regarding the detection of corona virus in frozen chicken wings in China, “The virus can be found in frozen foods. And the chances of the virus being alive are higher in frozen foods. For this reason, when we buy frozen foods, we must cook them very well after thawing. “The virus can survive for a long time in frozen foods.”
“SCHOOLS WERE HARD TO OPEN”
Regarding the postponement of the opening of schools for 1 month with the recommendation of the Scientific Committee, Yamanel said:
* Schools will be opened with a one month delay. After this delay, the opening of certain classes is on the agenda. As such, it becomes a diluted model and will continue for other classes in online education. There will be a safer environment in schools.
* With these number of cases, opening schools was a bit difficult. Therefore, I think the decision taken is very correct. Of course, one month later, the number of cases will be evaluated again. The decision will be made accordingly. Decisions can change instantly. Because it is a very dynamic process.
“WE NEED TO FOLLOW THE COMMITTEES”
Yamanel, by warning citizens to obey the rules, “We are saying what we have said about this from the very beginning. Until the vaccine is found or a very effective treatment, our vaccine; mask, social distance and hygiene rules. We have to comply with these very seriously in every environment until the end of the disease “ he spoke.
Yamanel also said the following regarding the corona virus vaccine developed by Russia:
* ‘We have found the vaccine’ explanations are pleasing for us. But of course, its safety, reliability and efficiency must be fully demonstrated.
* We are waiting for them. In other words, it is necessary to see the security and efficiency studies exactly. Then we will be comfortable.
* I guess this will happen in the middle of 2021. Until then, our vaccine, as we always say, is mask, distance and hygiene rules. (DHA)
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