New health guidelines issued: gyms, spas closed – public events banned
Posted by Editor on August 18, 2021 - 5:22 pm
Sri Lanka has issued new health guidelines with immediate effect until the 31st of August as measures to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus within the country.
The measures include closing gyms, spas, children’s parks, swimming pools, and indoor sports halls with immediate effect.
In addition to this, musical events, beach parties, and carnivals have also been banned.

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