Headed to Panama on Monday....hopefully the airports and flight will be empty.
never had a flu shot...never had the flu.
If you go I hope it’s a long trip because you will be quarantined
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Panama City, Panama (March 11, 2020)
Location: Panama
Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide.
On March 10, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced eight confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama.
The government of Panama has implemented enhanced screening, including all cruise ships, to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice. Visit the website of
the Panamanian Ministry of Healthfor additional information on these new measures.
The government has implemented school closures in some areas and suspended public activities such as fairs, concerts, and sporting events until April 7. Visit
the local government COVID-19 website for updated information.
Actions to Take:
· Consult the
CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
· For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19, please see the
CDC’s latest recommendations.
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· U.S. Embassy Panama City, Panama
+507 317-5000
https://pa.usembassy.gov/
· State Department - Consular Affairs
+1 (888)407-4747 or
+1 (202)501-4444
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