Addendum 28 February: Isolation has been lifted as a sample showed no Covid-19 virus.
Five persons are in quarantine and one in isolation due to possible Covid-19 infection. Everyone is on Ísafjörður. One additional isolation was lifted today as the sample was negative. Results from a person in isolation are expected later today, Thursday.
Quarantine is a precautionary measure for asymptomatic individuals who have traveled to defined risk areas. Isolation is taken as a precaution if there are any symptoms that could possibly be Covid-19.
The decision on quarantine and isolation is made by the district epidemiologist at the Vestfjörður Health Institute, taking into account the instructions from the epidemiologist. These are the first measures taken in the district.
The symptoms of the infection most closely resemble the flu; cough, fever, bone and muscle pain and fatigue. If individuals feel ill, they are advised to call 1700 (for foreign phone numbers +354 544-4113) and get more information about how to approach the health system. Sick persons are especially asked not to come to the emergency room of hospitals or to health centers except after receiving advice over the phone.
Author: GÓ