News

Colombian President Launches App To Track COVID-19

BOGOTA, March 9 (Bernama) — Colombian President Ivan Duque announced the launch of an application for mobile devices Sunday that will help centralise information related to the spread, prevention and treatment of the novel coronavirus in the country, reported Anadolu Agency.

After meeting with health authorities and mobile phone operators, Duque said at a press conference that many companies are working with the government to convey information on the measures being adopted to prepare for and prevent the spread of the virus.

“The CoronApp-Colombia application will contain preventive measures and will be free for everyone to download,” he said. “We have the support of the main telecom companies so that it does not affect the data plans of Colombians.”

The application, which is available for Android and iOS, allows users to register friends or family members to report news about their health status and receive news and prevention advice. It also contains various phone numbers people can reach out to in case of an emergency.

The app will also be promoted through text messages in which individuals will find advice about hygiene measures to prevent the virus.

“With this, everyone will have information on last-minute issues and also on preventive measures,” Duque said.

The head of state said authorities have been monitoring the spread of the coronavirus in the country after confirming the first coronavirus case, a 19-year-old woman from Bogota who recently arrived from Milan, Italy.

The president also asked event and hotel managers to take the necessary precautions to protect the people who use their services.

“We have been monitoring the containment phase especially with the hospital network, and at the airports we have checked to verify that all the migratory points have well-trained officers and that the protocols are active,” he said.

Health Minister Fernando Ruiz said authorities are working on strengthening the border areas.

–BERNAMA

Adib Mohd

Recent Posts

ASICS Empowers Kids to Lead the Way in Fitness with ‘Little Reminders’ Campaign Across South-East Asia

In conjunction with Global Running Month, ASICS introduces the region's youngest exercise influencer team in… Read More

1 hour ago

Xiaomi Gears Up with Smart Band 10 & POP Run You Won’t Want to Miss!

Xiaomi, a consumer electronics and smart manufacturing company with smartphones and smart hardware connected by… Read More

6 hours ago

Cadbury’s New Chocolate Is Richer, Creamier & Here to Steal Your Heart (Again)

Cadbury’s doing what heartbreakers do, making you fall in love all over again. But this… Read More

8 hours ago

Toshiba Turns 95 with a Giant Fridge, Big Vibes & A Spot in the Malaysia Book of Records

Who says anniversaries are just cake and candles? For Toshiba’s 95th Anniversary Dealer Convention, it… Read More

4 days ago

Resorts World Sentosa’s Singapore Oceanarium Introduces New Experiences As Ticket Sales Go Live

Resorts World Sentosa (RWS, 圣淘沙名胜世界) has announced that ticket sales have launched for Singapore Oceanarium… Read More

4 days ago

Barista Brews at Prices You Won’t Believe Exist

Think handcrafted coffee always comes with a hefty price tag? Think again. Across Malaysia, cafés… Read More

4 days ago

This website uses cookies.