10 individuals held for violating home quarantine requirements
The country has taken a series of measures to ensure the public remains at the lowest possible risk of contracting the virus.
In this regard, the country made it mandatory for those who recently had contact with a COVID-19 affected individual.
Despite the government's directives, some people have violated these requirements putting public health and safety at risk.
The competent authorities have been actively involved in monitoring and holding accountable all individuals who act against the home quarantine requirements.
The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) announced early this morning that 10 more people have been arrested for such violations.
Ministry of Public Health announced that the designated authorities arrested 10 people who violated requirements of home quarantine, they committed to following, which they are legally accountable for, in accordance with the procedures of health authorities in the country. #QNA
— Qatar News Agency (@QNAEnglish) March 24, 2020
The naming and arrest of these individuals, who are all Qatari citizens, reinforces the importance of adhering to the authorities' directives concerning measures implemented for the benefit of all nationals and residents within Qatar during this significant period.
Recently, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) also launched a dedicated hotline for complaints regarding quarantine.
On its official Twitter page, MOI said the hotline 44579999 can be used by citizens and residents "to submit queries and complaints about quarantine (hotels - homes) and to report cases of non-compliance with health and security guidelines for the prevention of COVID-19."
Here's everything you need to know about the virus, including ways to protect yourself.
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Home quarantine in Qatar??, when it is announced and why it is only for locals??