Akosombo students who tested positive for Covid-19 are isolated – VRA

The Volta River Authority (VRA) has revealed that around 40 students who tested positive for Covid-19 at Akosombo International School have been isolated for treatment.

According to the Authority in a press release, although those who tested positive for the virus were stable and symptom-free, they were still admitted to the VRA hospital for further treatment.

The Volta River Authority also revealed that the parents of the affected students have been briefed on current developments.

The Authority therefore urges “parents and the general public to remain calm because our health professionals are sufficiently equipped to treat cases”.

In the meantime, the Authority has warned school staff and students to remain vigilant and continue to strictly adhere to Covid-19 safety protocols.

On February 4, around 40 students from Akosombo International School tested positive for Covid-19 according to the Eastern Regional Director of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Dr Winfred Ofosu.

The number of Covid-19 cases was reported after the institution engaged in a staff and student screening exercise after schools reopened as directed by the president.

Dr Winfred Ofosu explained that out of a total of 500 samples taken at the school, 40 students tested positive.

In addition, the executive director of the National School Inspection Authority (NaSIA), Dr Haggar Hilda Ampadu, said the Covid-19 outbreak in private schools in the eastern region is being assessed. by some of its inspectors.