Paphos People

Package B - Extraordinary measures in force in the Provinces of Limassol and Paphos for the period from November 12 to November 30, 2020 .

It is forbidden to move people from 8 pm to 5 am the next day , except for travels for emergency medical reasons (from / to pharmacy, hospital) or for work purposes, with the presentation of a relevant certificate or evidence.

The movement of persons to and from the Provinces of Limassol and Paphos is prohibited, as well as between the two Provinces , with the exception of the movement of workers in essential services, movement for a medical incident (upon presentation of a medical certificate), movement for the transfer of persons to and from Airports and Paphos and the Port of Limassol.

Gatherings in public places (parks, squares, dams, picnic areas, beaches, sidewalks and marinas, etc.) are prohibited , except for sports purposes, provided that they do not exceed two people, excluding the minor children of parents who play sports.

It is allowed to be present in gatherings of persons in families, with a maximum number of gatherings of 10 people per house , including minors.
Church worship and other forms of religious worship in religious places are performed without the presence of believers .

Religious ceremonies (weddings, baptisms, funerals) with a maximum number of 10 people are allowed .

It is forbidden to hold meals / dinners and any other events for weddings and christenings , other than the event in a house with a maximum of 10 people including minors.

The operation of public and private Lyceums and Higher and Higher Education Institutions from November 16, 2020 will be carried out with distance education . Kindergartens, Primary Schools and Gymnasiums continue to operate normally.

The public services (public, wider public sector and Local Government Authorities) will operate with security personnel for urgent matters and serving the citizens for emergencies . It is understood that employees in essential services are excluded from the regulation, who continue to operate smoothly in compliance with the relevant protocols. Employees who are not employed in essential services will work remotely, on a rotating basis .

Visits to public and private hospitals, clinics, medical and diagnostic centers are prohibited .

The operation of restaurants (restaurants, taverns, cafes, pizzerias, pubs, breweries, snack bars, bars, cafes, and restaurants within canteens and / or sports clubs, cultural clubs, clubs, clubs, etc.) is suspended, with the exception of services concerning home delivery and take-away. It is understood that after the travel prohibition time only the home delivery service is allowed. Dining areas within hotels and tourist accommodation can be open until 10:30 pm only for the service of persons who spend the night in their premises. Dining areas within Paphos Airport are exempt from the ban.

The operation of archeological sites, museums and historical sites is suspended.

The operation of outdoor and indoor theaters, amphitheaters, cinemas and theaters is suspended.

The public markets will operate with 50% fullness , based on the relevant protocol.

Public transport will operate at 50% of its capacity .

The operation of closed shopping centers, department stores and large stores in excess of more than 500 sq.m. is suspended. . It is understood that food retailers are exempt from the above regulation.

The operation of the aesthetic and tattoo centers is suspended .

The operation of hairdressers and barbershops is suspended .

The operation of the gyms is suspended .

The operation of the Driving Schools is suspended .

The operation of gambling and betting companies is suspended .

Casinos are suspended .

The operation of the swimming pools is suspended, except for the use by persons with disabilities for therapeutic purposes or for training of up to four people, including the coach.

The operation of gyms, swimming pools and spas inside hotels and tourist accommodation is allowed only to serve the persons who spend the night in these premises.

Limassol Port will operate only for commercial transactions and activities. The disembarkation of cruise ship passengers is prohibited.

Training and sports events for persons under 18 years of age are suspended.

Training and sports events are suspended , with the exception of Division A championships and National Team matches.

The operation and use of organized sports facilities is prohibited , with the exceptions that will be defined in the relevant Decree.
Group sports and social activities for children under the age of 18 are prohibited , as defined in the relevant instructions issued by the Ministry of Health.

The measures are valid from the issuance of the relevant decree on Thursday at 20:00

Source: philenews

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Dave
Moira And Dave

“I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.”

Wow!
That’s a shut down!

With the exception of not having to get permission to go out..YES a lockdown

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Moira And Dave

“I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.”

The one bit that the government didn't word very well is that the rules say that you cannot visit people in hospital, but it reads as if you can't go to GP appointments etc, which is not correct.

My appointment with a hospital next week has just been cancelled

Full details of restrictions to be announced later today

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Dave
Moira And Dave

“I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.”

Just been advised from Dr Molly,s surgery

That GP surgery,s are now closed

You can contact by email or phone only between 9 am and 2 pm
Dr Molly,s usual opening times

Repeat prescriptions online

No surgery visits at all

My follow up blood tests for next week all stopped

What about all of those waiting for flu Jabs ?

This is a move I don,t understand as none of us stop having other health issues

But as with all other rules...will follow through

Do they say why they have closed? Has someone there contracted Covid-19 perhaps?

I have just checked the new rules again and it only says no visitors to hospitals. To deny people access to their doctors would be incredibly dangerous and could potentially cause more problems than coronavirus!

During the previous lockdown patients had to contact their Personal Doctor, request repeat prescriptions via email or telephone etc and were forbidden from turning up at the hospital or private clinic.
Anything to limit the movement of vulnerable people is a good thing - the doctor will make the decision on a person by person basis.

It is as Alexis says to stop people to people transmission

The lock down includes no actual visits to GP,s and to any diagnostic clinics

Do you know where it actually says that as the Cyprus Mail just says no visitors and my GP is still seeing patients.

Phili news

"Visits to public and private hospitals, clinics, medical and diagnostic centers are prohibited "

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Moira And Dave

“I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.”

I spoke with my GP yesterday and she said that she had no instructions to close and that she was working. I telephoned the General Hospital as I have an appointment on Wednesday for an essential procedure that is already a week late and without which I will have serious problems which will require a visit to an A&E department. The switchboard woman was a moron and couldn't tell me if the hospital she was in was open for business!

The last and only previous time an appointment was cancelled resulted in a trip to A&E which was incredibly unpleasant and painful as there was no-one available qualified or able to complete the procedure correctly. I don't want that again!

So far I have been unable to speak with my consultant and my phone is out of order so he cannot contact me until CYTA fixes it - hopefully today. I spent hours calling CYTA yesterday, listening to the same three dreadful tunes over and over again - for so long I had to recharge my mobile. I got through once and was immediately cut off. Eventually I was able to speak to a technician and the service call was listed.

My oncologist in Nicosia has texted to say my appointment there for a check-up is still on. I have not yet phoned PASYKAF to arrange a blood test. :)

As if that wasn't enough, my water filter is leaking and the service agent is unable to travel from Limassol, because of the shutdown, so I will have to go out this morning to see if anywhere is open to sell me the tool I need to fix it myself.

What a mess! It could be worse. I could be in England having to rely on the NHS.

Sorry to hear of your troubles KG
Unfortunately some else, who need to attend Nicosia hospital pointed this out "As of 5am on Wednesday November 18, all those persons exempt from the travel restrictions will additionally be required to display a negative PCR [coronavirus] test that has been issued at most seven days prior to the date of travel."

What tool is it you need or what does it look like? someone on here might be able to help

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Dave
Moira And Dave

“I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.”

Here is part of the actual text from Dr Molly's Facebook page
"IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
New Government Covid related restrictions come into effect from 8pm 12/11/20 to 30/11/20
In accordance with the Ministry of Health's statement issued last night "Visits to public and private hospitals, clinics, medical and diagnostic centers are prohibited" the practice will be closed with immediate effect.
Dr. Molly will be able to make telephone calls for urgent consultations and for those patients who have the technical confidence, video conference calls with tools such as Skype, Facetime and Messenger can also be used.
Dr Molly will continue to be available between 9am - 2pm on Monday to Friday for such consultations.

It would appear that it is open to interpretation

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Dave
Moira And Dave

“I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.”

At least G&P in Chlorakas was open this morning so I was able to purchase the required tool. If I was superstitious I might be concerned that it is Friday 13th today.