Cambodia confirms second case of Covid-19

Cambodia has today confirmed the second case of coronavirus on a man who was among the four who came in direct contact with a 40-year-old Japanese national, who tested positive for Covid-19 earlier in the week.

Speaking at a press conference today, Health Minister Mam Bunheng said a patient is a Cambodian man, 38, whose identify has not been revealed, and he was tested positive for Covid-19 on Saturday afternoon.

Mr Bunheng said three others had been tested negative for Covid-19 but noted that authorities quarantined them at Siem Reap provincial referral hospital for 14 days in order to monitor and observe their health.

“One among the four who had direct contact with the Japanese man tested positive while three others were negative. However, we will still observe them ensure that they are not infected,” he said.

Or Vandine, the ministry spokesman, said the ministry officials are now searching for others who had direct and indirect contacts with the patient.

“We have learned that the man had contacted his family members so we have now quarantined them and have them tested,” she said.

Ms. Vandine called on people to stay calm and maintain their hygiene, adding that those who are suspected of being infected with the virus must see a doctor immediately and avoid direct contact with others.