Guyana has joined a number of other Caribbean countries to guard against Ebola.
Although there has been no report of the deadly disease in the region, its reemergence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has triggered global concern.
With the international alert level being raised, Guyana and a number of sister CARICOM states will be implementing measures that have been recommended by the World Health Organisaiton.
Travel Agencies And Airlines Sales Offices will be sensitized to advise passengers about the precautions they should take when traveling to some African countries.
The WHO recommends that all travel agencies and airlines selling seats or tickets for travel must take on the responsibility of sensitizing their clients on the risk of Ebola.
Signs are to be posted at the airports and a special facility will be established for suspected cases.
Additionally, there will be the distribution of protective gear for persons who work at the ports of entry and there will be additional screening.
The Public Health Ministry has also announced that the travel history of passengers will be examined closely.
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