Filter for Cameroon Government Actions to Stop the Spread of Coronavirus

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2020-06-14 In Movement restrictions: Surveillance and monitoring
Cameroon’s Ministry of Public Health has developed a preparedness plan for COVID-19, including active surveillance at points of entry, in-country diagnostic capacity at the national reference laboratory, and designated isolation and treatment centers. WHO and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are providing technical support and closely monitoring the situation in Cameroon.
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2020-06-01 Out Social distancing: Schools closure 
Schools, universities, and training centers, which have been closed since March 17, will be permitted to reopen nationwide provided they adhere to the strict health measures in place. Nursery schools and intermediate classes in primary and secondary schools will not reopen.
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2020-05-05 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Provision to healthcare personnel of 50,000 coveralls, 320,000 surgical masks, 220 backpack sprayers, 10,000 pairs of overshoes
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2020-05-01 Out Movement restrictions: Domestic travel restrictions
Public transportation ban is lifted, and transportation is now running as normal
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2020-04-30 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Bars, restaurants and leisure facilities will be allowed to extend their closing time after 18:00 (local time). Customers and users of these establishments must continue to respect and adhere to social distancing measures, including respecting barriers in place and wearing face masks.
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2020-04-20 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
Municipalities must pay for the living expenses of citizens hospitalized due to covid-19.
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2020-04-20 In Public health measures: Awareness campaigns
Community leaders and municipalities are asked to contribute to awareness raising efforts at the local level.
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2020-04-20 In Public health measures: Other public health measures enforced
Municipalities must identify potential quarantine centers and funeral spaces in case of large amount of casualties.
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2020-04-20 In Public health measures: Other public health measures enforced
Large cities must organise mass desinfection of public space.
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2020-04-15 In Social distancing: Changes in prison-related policies
Commutation and remission of some prison sentences.
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2020-04-13 In Public health measures: Requirement to wear protective gear in public
Requirement to wear face masks in public spaces and a systematic sanctioning of those people found to have breached restriction and confinement measures imposed on them.
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2020-04-09 In Public health measures: Testing policy
Test centers to be set up in every region.
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2020-04-09 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Face masks, covid-19 tests, medicines and hand sanitizers will be produced locally under the direction of the government.
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2020-04-09 In Public health measures: Awareness campaigns
Intensification of awareness campaign in different languages.
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2020-04-04 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Acquisition of medical equipment.
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2020-04-02 In Public health measures: General recommendations
Washing hands with clean running water and soap or use an alcohol-based solution; Covering your nose and mouth with a disposable tissue when coughing, sneezing or using a bent elbow; Avoiding close contact with anyone with flu symptoms; Maintain social distancing of at least one point five (1.5) meters; Stay at home as much as you can.
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2020-04-02 In Public health measures: Mass population testing
Mass testing in the city of Douala between 2nd and 7th of April. Community Health Workers will visit households and identify people at risk to be tested for Covid-19.
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2020-03-30 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
Solidarity fund financed by the government and private companies.
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2020-03-25 In Social distancing: Limit public gatherings
Visits to public services and administrative offices are restricted.
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2020-03-25 In Public health measures: Testing policy
All public staff will be regularly subjected to temperature checks.
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2020-03-23 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Call for volunteers for nurses and doctors.
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2020-03-18 In Social distancing: Limit public gatherings
Reducing maximum capacity for public transports.
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2020-03-18 In Movement restrictions: Curfews
Curfew on bars and restaurant from 6pm.
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2020-03-18 In Social distancing: Schools closure 
All private and public education facility
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2020-03-18 In Social distancing: Limit public gatherings
Gathering of more than 50 people are forbidden.
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2020-03-18 In Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
All public missions outside the country are cancelled.
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2020-03-18 In Movement restrictions: Border closure 
Closure of all land, sea and air borders.
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2020-03-18 In Movement restrictions: International flights suspension
All international flights.
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2020-03-18 In Movement restrictions: Visa restrictions
All entry visas have been suspended.
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2020-03-18 In Movement restrictions: Domestic travel restrictions
Reduction of public transports to the ’strict minimum’
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2020-03-17 In Public health measures: Isolation and quarantine policies
The authorities have been placing those arriving in Cameroon from abroad since the 17 March under quarantine for at least 14 days.
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2020-03-12 In Public health measures: General recommendations
If you arrived in Cameroon from countries at risk of coronavirus before 17 March, the Cameroon authorities recommend that you self-isolate for 14 days before any activity or contact with others.
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2020-03-07 In Public health measures: Health screenings in airports and border crossings
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2020-03-07 In Socio-economic measures: Emergency administrative structures activated or established
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2020-03-07 In Movement restrictions: Additional health/documents requirements upon arrival
All visas applicants wishing to attend the 2020 African Nations Championship soccer tournament from April 4 to April 25, 2020
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2020-03-07 In Public health measures: Awareness campaigns
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2020-03-07 In Public health measures: Isolation and quarantine policies
Everyone with symptoms in isolation centers at Yaoundé Central Hospital, Laquintinie Hospital in Douala, Garoua Regional Hospital, and Kribi District Hospital
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