Ministry urges acceleration of third, fourth COVID shots, dengue prevention measures

13/07/2022, 10:31

The Ministry of Health is urging the acceleration of the administration of the third and fourth shots, given the continuously complicated developments of the COVID-19 pandemic in many European countries related to the BA.4 and BA.5 variants.

228274_4267703541009855_vaccine.jpeg
A State worker prepares to receive a fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine. — VNA/VNS Photo Minh Quyet

According to the ministry, in Vietnam, the pandemic has basically been under control across the country, but the two above-mentioned variants have been detected in the community.

The ministry predicts that the number of COVID-19 cases may continue to increase and break out on a large scale again if no drastic measures are taken.

The ministry proposed the chairpersons of the People’s Committees of provinces and cities strictly implement directions of the Government and the Prime Minister, and carry out measures on pandemic prevention and control.

The local departments of health were asked to work with the Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology or Pasteur Institute to carry out sampling and sequencing of genes to early detect dangerous new variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

The Departments of Information and Communications should strengthen the dissemination of vaccines, as well as information on their benefits and effectiveness, while the Departments of Education and Training should coordinate with the health sector to accelerate inoculation in schools.

So far, the country has recorded over 10.75 million cases of COVID-19 infections, with 43,089 deaths (0.4 per cent of the caseload). Over 235 million doses ofCOVID-19 vaccines have been administered, including 18.73 million for children aged 12-17 and 9.12 million for children aged 5-11 years old.

The health ministry also warned of the expanding dengue fever outbreak in many localities, especially in the southern region, as conditions are conducive to the reproduction of mosquitos.

The ministry noted that after two years of intense COVID-19 combat, many preventive health officials and treatment doctors have not received training or re-training – especially at private facilities – in how to deal with the dengue outbreak.

Localities, households and individuals are urged to strongly carry out environmental sanitation campaigns to kill off mosquito larvae in July and maintain this task once a week in high-risk areas, once every two weeks in areas with a high index of mosquitoes and larvae, and once a month in the remaining areas.

By July 4, 92,000 cases of dengue fever have been recorded, up 15,000 compared to the previous 10 days, resulting in 36 deaths.

P.L

Source: VNS
Copy Link
Related articles
Binh Thuan rolls out Covid-19 booster shots
BTO - The Binh Thuan Department of Health (DoH) has lately planned to give the Covid-19 supplement and booster shots for people from the age of 18 and above.
Focus
Convergence of Binh Thuan Specialties at the Southern Region Exhibition
BTO - From October 10 to 16, the 2024 Southern Region Exhibition of Typical Rural Industrial Products takes place in Phu Quoc City. The event is organized by the Local Industry Department (Ministry of Industry and Trade) in collaboration with the Kien Giang Department of Industry and Trade.
Do not miss
  • A legendary retirement in football
    12 yesterday Sports
    In 2024, world football witnessed many farewells. They were Tony Kross of Germany, Pepe of Portugal, Di Maria of Argentina, Griezmann of France...; and this time, a Spanish player - Andres Iniesta. He officially announced his retirement from professional football, ending a remarkable 24-year professional career.
  • Djokovic “Age is just a number”
    13 yesterday Sports
    On October 5, the Shanghai Masters witnessed the top 4 seeds Sinner, Zverev, Alcaraz and Djokovic all play. The match between Djokovic and Michelsen was extremely tense with two tie-breaks. However, Michelsen’s youth still could not beat the spirit and experience of “Nole”. Djokovic was the final winner with a score of 11-9 after all and won a ticket to the 3rd round of the Shanghai Masters.
  • Suspect for Snatching a Foreign Tourist’s Handbag promptly arrested
    16 yesterday NEWS
    BTO - On October 4, the Investigation Police Agency of Phan Thiet City issued a decision to temporarily detain the suspect V.T.T (born in 1997, residing in Luong Son Town, Bac Binh District) to investigate the act of “robbery and theft.”
  • The “Phoenix” has returned
    16 yesterday Sports
    In 2023, Quang Hai - the "brightest" star of Vietnamese football returned after an unsuccessful period playing for a French team, Pau FC. Just 1 year later, another star returned to Vietnam with a less than enthusiastic vibe after more than 2 years playing for Yokohama FC Nguyen Cong Phuong.
  • Recognize Golden Linga  as a national treasure and celebrate Kate Festival 2024
    16 yesterday Culture
    BTO- On October 2 morning, at the Po Sah Inư Tower relic, Phan Thiet City, the ceremony to announce Binh Thuan Golden Linga as a national treasure following the Prime Minister's decision and celebrate the Kate Festival 2024.
  • Binh Thuan had a good effect on international friends
    18 yesterday Sports
    After five days of competition, the 76th World Individual Carom 3-Cushion Billiards Championship ended with a dramatic and fascinating final match between the two players Cho Myung-Woo (5th world rankings) and Tran Thanh Luc (21st world rankings). The victory and the runner-up trophy belong to Korean player Cho Myung Woo and Vietnamese player Tran Thanh Luc, respectively.
  • La Gi heads towards Green Town
    19 yesterday Society
    BTO - Not only known for its casuarina forests, La Gi has also contributed to other green spaces. All these elements have made La Gi more beautiful, with colorful flowers adorning the town, creating a refreshing atmosphere.
  • The Collapse of “Boxing King”
    19 yesterday Sports
    The 5th round of the IBF heavyweight professional boxing match on September 22 witnessed the collapse of the “Boxing King” - Anthony Joshua, after a hook from an 8-year-old younger opponent - Daniel Dubois.
  • Binh Thuan Tourism: When the brand is affirmed
    20 yesterday Travel
    Binh Thuan tourism with blue sea - white sand - and golden sunshine has become a well-known, safe, friendly and trusted destination for tourists from all over the country and abroad.
  • South Korean Billiards player Outstandingly placed first at 76th World Individual Carom 3-Cushion Billiards Championship
    20 yesterday Sports
    BTO - On the afternoon of September 29, in Phan Thiet city, the final match of the 76th World Individual Carom 3-Cushion Billiards Championship took place, featuring an intense and exciting showdown between two players: Cho Myung-Woo (South Korea, ranked 5th in the world) and Tran Thanh Luc (Vietnam, ranked 21st in the world). Fans witnessed a spectacular and high-level match.
  • Cham Brahman people in Binh Thuan get ready for an attractive Kate festival 2024
    20 yesterday Culture
    BTO-Units under the department of Culture-Sports and Tourism of Binh Thuan province are promptly finishing all preparation steps for the traditional Kate festival 2024, which is scheduled for October 1 &2, 2024 at the Posha Inu Cham tower (Phu Hai ward-Phan Thiet city).
  • Binh Thuan hosts Vietnam Carom 3-Cushion Billiards
    23 yesterday Sports
    BTO – The Vietnam Carom 3-Cushion Billiards has captured all the most prestigious titles in the world. The journey to conquer the pinnacle of the players has marked a historic milestone for Vietnam Carom 3-Cushion Billiards.
  • Unique cuisine of India in Phan Thiet
    25 yesterday Culture
    BTO - Phan Thiet is a tourist city that combines many cultures in the world, especially in terms of cuisine. For the first time, an Indian culinary competition is held in Phan Thiet.
  • Binh Thuan targets at sustainable and smart Tourism
    26 yesterday Travel
    BTO - Binh Thuan tourism is on a strong development trajectory with many potentials and advantages of the land known for its “blue sea, white sand, and golden sunshine.”, according to experts.
  • Binh Thuan raised VND 3 billion in support of people affected by typhoon Yagi
    26 yesterday Society
    BTO - Since many significant damages from typhoon Yagi, the Provincial Party Standing Committee launched a donation to support people affected by typhoon No. 3 (Yagi). Comrades attending the event were Nguyen Hoai Anh - Alternate member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Council; Doan Anh Dung - Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee; and comrades in the Provin
  • Inspirational seminar for
students to start up in the tourism sector
    one month ago Education
    BTO- An inspirational seminar was recently organised by the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Binh Thuan on September 4th at Phan Thiet University (Phan Thiet City).
  • Binh Thuan hailed over 6.4 million visitors during the first 8 months
    one month ago Travel
    BTO - In August, Binh Thuan tourist attraction welcomed and served approximately 925,800 visitors, an increase of 3.44% compared to the previous month and a rise of 12.26% compared to the same period last year (specifically, the number of visitors served in a single day is estimated at nearly 46,500, an increase of 3.31% from the previous month and 2.53 times higher than the same period in 2023).
  • Colourful Mid-Autumn Lanterns
    one month ago Culture
    BTO - Mid-Autumn Festival - the season of the full moon, the season of sparkling fairy tales and colourful lanterns. Lanterns are a symbol of happiness and complete joy for children. There is only less than a half month to the Mid-Autumn Festival, hence, many stores and supermarkets in Binh Thuan have sold hundreds of lanterns of all sizes and colours to serve the needs of consumers.
  • International Famtrip surveyed Binh Thuan tourism
    one month ago Travel
    BTO - The Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Binh Thuan Province recently organized a meeting and exchange between local businesses and an international Famtrip survey delegation.
  • Binh Thuan to promote its dragon Fruit at the Asia International Fruit and Vegetable Fair
    one month ago Business
    BTO – As part of the National Trade Promotion Program 2024 organized by the Trade Promotion Department of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association (Vinafruit) took place from September 4th to 6th, 2024 at at the Asia World-Expo in Hong Kong (China). The event has organized for 19 Vietnamese enterprises to participate in the Asia Fruit Logistica 2024.
POWERED BY ONECMS - A PRODUCT OF NEKO
Ministry urges acceleration of third, fourth COVID shots, dengue prevention measures