Dr Srdja Jankovic (Beta/Serbian Government/Slobodan Miljevic)
Immunologist Srdja Jankovic said on Dec. 10 that at least ten days have to pass before the effects of measures introduced to help fight the coronavirus pandemic may be seen. The outcome will be reflected in the number of the newly infected, he said, adding that the strict following of the safety measures is a must because “if there are any slips in [the implementation and adherence to] the measures, they’ll remain mere ink on paper and will be of no use.”
Jankovic, who is a member of the national COVID-19 Crisis Headquarters, told the RTS public service that additional measures have yet to be defined and that the way of controlling those who enter Serbia, be they residents or foreign nationals, is still being discussed.
“We can’t forbid someone to return to the country, but we need [some kind of] monitoring so that the situation doesn’t get worse,” Jankovic said.
According to him, there are two options – travelers can either show a negative PCR test or go into self-isolation. It is yet to be determined which of these is feasible, but the epidemiological monitoring and check-ins will regardless be carried out as before, he added.
When asked about the epidemiological situation ahead of the New Year holidays, Jankovic replied that there would be visible improvements should all the measures be respected, but even this would not justify mass celebrations.
The most important thing is to avoid any gatherings but those essential, Jankovic concluded.
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