A member of the family of an Armenian serviceman has tested positive for coronavirus, Defense Ministry spokeswoman Shushan Stepanyan said in a Facebook post.

Stepanyan said anti-epidemic and preventive measures are being implemented in the Armed Forces to prevent the penetration and spread of the novel coronavirus.

She said three contract servicemen – who are usually in constant touch with civilians – have so far been tested in the army.

According to her, everyone who has been exposed to the infected family member has been isolated or told to self-quarantine.

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the country reached 265 on Wednesday, March 25 evening. A total of 18 patients have recovered from the disease so far.