There is a shortage of masks in the market as measures start relaxing gradually, Eleni Piera, the President of the Pancyprian Pharmaceutical Association has told CNA. Masks are deemed essential as employees return to their workplaces, and there is also demand from the general public, Piera said and called on authorities to make sure that there are adequate supplies in the market.
There is strong demand and pharmacies have very few or no quantities of masks at all, she said, adding that competent authorities need to do everything possible to ensure their supply.
Masks are the first thing people ask for when going to a pharmacy, Piera said adding that there are indications that importers will receive some quantities by the end of this week or next week. She said, however, that quantities are not deemed to be enough to cover increased demand.
Piera also noted that people should be instructed how to wear masks properly.
There is a price ceiling, as simple surgical masks cost maximum €0.70 while masks with filter cost between €5.75 and €7.30.
14 patients treated in Famagusta
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Meanwhile, a total of 14 patients with COVID-19 are treated at the Famagusta General Hospital, which is also the reference hospital.
Until 9.00am on Wednesday morning, out of 14 patients, one was treated at the ICU. Doctors say that patients are in a stable condition. On Tuesday, five people were admitted and on person was discharged from the hospital.
Moreover, a total of 12 people that may have contracted COVID-19 are treated at Larnaca General Hospital. All of them are hospitalized at the Surgical Clinic and there are no patients at the ICU.
A total of 64 people are hosted at the Eden Resort Rehabilitation Center, where they will remain until their tests turn out negative.
