Covid-19: Accra Technical University Records First Case a Week After Reopening

Management of the Accra Technical University has confirmed a case of covid-19 infection in the institution, less than two weeks after school was reopened.

According to a statement from the Technical University, the victim is a National Service personnel in an Academic Department.

It added that contact tracing has already began with six people in self isolation.

“The said person is currently in isolation at a medical facility and responding well to treatment. Six colleagues who came into contact with the confirmed Covid-19 patient have been counselld, re-assured and their samples taken for laboratory testing.

“The contacts have been asked to self-isolate while waiting for the results. The University team and the Safety and Health Committee are however in touch with the patient and contacts.

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According to the statement, mesasures have also been put in place to ensure medical and psychological support for all persons who came into contact with the victim.

The statement further urged students and staff to adhere strictly to all laid down Covid-19 preventive protocols like wearing of face masks, social distancing, and regular washing of hands with soap under running water.

Meanwhile,  final Year Senior High School Students (SHS 3) and second year gold track students have been instructed back into schools to complete necessary academic work.