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Venezuela puts citizens of seven states, including millions in Caracas, in quarantine

See Post — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 12:34:27 +0000

This latest measure to combat the global pandemic comes after Maduro previously banned flights to and from Europe, Colombia, Panama and the Dominican Republic (AFP). Full text-> South China Morning Post

Venezuela reports 8 COVID-19 cases, Maduro declares a permanent emergency

See Post — Sun, 15 Mar 2020 21:08:03 +0000

After submitting more than 30 people to diagnostic tests, following the protocols established by the World Health Organization (WHO), eight new ones infected with the virus were detected , reported sector vice president Jorge Rodríguez. By NewsDesk. Full text-> Outbreak News Today

For Cash-Strapped Venezuela, Oil’s Collapse Is a Harsh Blow

See Post — Sat, 14 Mar 2020 13:20:29 +0000

As nations across the globe struggle with the one-two punch of the viral pandemic and cratering oil prices, one is suffering far more than others — Venezuela. By Fabiola Zerpa Peter Millard. Full text-> Bloomber Quint

Colombia closes border with Venezuela over coronavirus

See Post — Sat, 14 Mar 2020 13:11:14 +0000

Colombia will close its borders with Venezuela and stop visitors who have been in Europe or Asia from entering the country, President Ivan Duque said late on Friday, as it looks to contain the spread of coronavirus. By by Oliver Griffin and Sarah Kinosian. Full text-> Reuters

Venezuela confirms two coronavirus cases, shuts schools

See Post — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 16:03:03 +0000

Venezuela has confirmed two cases of coronavirus, Vice President Delcy Rodriguez said on Friday, adding that the country is suspending classes at public and private schools starting on Monday. By Brian Ellsworth. Full text-> Reuters

Venezuela’s Maduro Suspends Flights From Europe, Colombia Over Coronavirus Concerns

OnVenezuela — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 13:14:18 +0000

Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro said that all flights from Europe and Colombia would be suspended for a month over Coronavirus concerns during a live televised press conference on Thursday. By Sarah Kinosian. Full text-> US News

Venezuela’s Health Care Crisis Now Poses a Global Threat

OnVenezuela — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 12:59:40 +0000

The country’s health system is collapsing. Hospitals have closed or are operating at a fraction of their capacity, many without regular access to electricity or water. The public health infrastructure is so weak that in 2019, Venezuela had the world’s steepest rise in malaria cases. Vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles and diphtheria have already returned long before the epidemic hit. By Kathleen Page and Tamar Taraciuk Broner. Full text -> Foreign Policy |

Oil Price Plunge Plus Coronavirus Take Massive Toll on Venezuela

OnVenezuela — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 12:44:59 +0000

Government revenue likely to plummet by nearly half this year. Maduro says U.S. sanctions making it hard to get virus tests. By Fabiola Zerpa and Peter Millard. Full text and video-> Bloomberg

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Could Coronavirus Kill Main Escape Route for Venezuelan refugees?

See Post — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 13:04:27 +0000

For neighboring Colombia, which already bears the brunt of the grinding Venezuelan refugee crisis, that’s a terrifying prospect. It’s a challenge that could fundamentally transform a relationship that’s been pivotal to managing the humanitarian disaster that’s seen 5 million Venezuelans flee their country — almost half of them to Colombia. By Dylan Baddour. Full text-> OXY

Buckets for toilets, recycled gloves: Venezuelan hospitals await coronavirus unprepared

See Post — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 12:38:02 +0000

In a hospital in Venezuela’s western city of Maracaibo, chronic water shortages have left staff using paint buckets as toilets. With medical gloves in short supply, workers use the same pair on multiple patients. By Mariela Navas and Anggy Polanco. Full text-> National Post