![President Donald Ramotar, Cabinet Sector Ministers and other officials meeting to discuss Guyana’s preparedness for dealing with any possible Ebola cases. [GINA Photo]](https://i0.wp.com/www.inewsguyana.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Ebola-Talks.jpg)
The meeting is one of several scheduled to keep all officials apprised of the latest developments, and possible constraints that may arise in addressing concerns across the sectors in dealing with any possible cases.
The meeting was also advised about facilities that have been prepared, and are being prepared for the quarantining of suspected victims of Ebola.
The Health Ministry has begun training more than 1,600 persons to deal with any suspected cases of the disease. Health care facilities are also being prepared to handle suspected cases, along with the procurement of protective gear and medical supplies.
In case of the latter, international support from agencies such as the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) it is anticipated would provide the necessary support on a case by case basis, to boost the capabilities of Caribbean member states as needed to respond to suspected cases.
About 5,000 people have already died from the disease, with close to 9,000 other cases being reported according to the WHO.
Guyana has instituted travel restrictions for persons from West African nations stricken by the disease by not issuing new visas; however, those already with visas will be allowed to travel.
Several Caribbean nations have also instituted similar travel restrictions; these include St Vincent, St Lucia and St Kitts and Nevis. [Extracted and modified from GINA]
