The Deputy Director General of Health Services Dr. Hemantha Herath says in line with the percentage of adults testing positive for COVID-19, a similar percentage of children are also returning positive results.
Speaking at a media briefing today Dr. Herath noted there is an influx of coronavirus cases at present, adding that in comparison, the positive rate amongst children is normal.
Dr. Herath reiterated that no individual can misuse the easing of travel restrictions adding that non-essential travel is prohibited.
He also claimed the conduct of final rites of COVID-19 victims will not be amended.
