Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- By the decision of the Special Republican Commission to Combat Coronavirus, quarantine restrictions in Uzbekistan, in effect until 1 August, have been extended until 15 August.

The tightening of quarantine restrictions since 10 July has shown a positive result. Self-isolation, social distance, the use of protective equipment, and hand washing with soap are key factors in breaking the chain of transmission of the virus.

Taking into account the recommendations of leading domestic and foreign scientists and specialists, it was decided to extend the quarantine until 15 August.

For citizens, restrictions remain:

For weddings, ceremonies and other events.

Strict social distance (no more than three people in public places).

The use of masks and personal protective equipment is required.

Given the strong impact of the virus on the elderly and patients with diabetes, heart and other diseases, citizens over 65 must strictly observe self-isolation.

Existing restrictions on the operation of catering facilities, kindergartens, clothing markets, beauty salons and other previously imposed restrictions are being extended. The restriction on interregional transportation is extended, with the exception of departures from Tashkent to the Tashkent region and back.

On 31 July, 1-2 August and 8-9 August, the movement of vehicles, including taxis, will be completely stopped. Except for medical emergencies and procedures, and vehicles with stickers and exemptions. It is recommended not to leave homes on these days.

Guidelines for organizing home quarantine have been approved. It is planned to approve uniform standards for the treatment of patients with mild, moderate and severe coronavirus infection and form a single list of recommended drugs.

It is ordered to:

provide all pharmacies in the country with the necessary medicines and ensure price stability. Take measures to help patients with coronavirus based on the results of clinical signs, without waiting for the test results. Develop criteria for hospitalization of patients and strictly adhere to them, giving priority to patients with heart disease, oncology, and other diseases, as well as those aged 55 and older.

based on the experience of Tashkent, special clinics will be created in the regions that will provide care to patients with coronavirus infection 24 hours a day. Also, based on the experience of the city of Tashkent in the Republic of Karakalpakstan and the regions, "special clinics" will be created, specializing in the provision of qualified medical care and outpatient treatment of patients with suspected coronavirus and with a confirmed diagnosis.

It was recommended to conduct Kurban Hayit in accordance with the quarantine requirements, with the family.

The commission identified additional measures to strengthen and coordinate the sponsorship and volunteer movement to support single elderly people, disabled people, single mothers, seriously ill people, large families, as well as families in which one or both parents are disabled