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COVID-19 Prevention: Vaccination Programme and Mask Campaign

26 September 2022
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2022-09-26 14:17

Ministry of Health has been conducting the COVID-19 vaccination programme in regions and states for the disease prevention and control.

On the 25th of September, residents in 26 townships of Ayeyawaddy Region, 3 townships of Rakhine State and 7 districts of Mandalay Region received the COVID-19 vaccines.

Also, students in 7 districts of Mandalay Region received the COVID-19 vaccines. Masks campaigns are also underway in regions and states. Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

Most people who fall sick with COVID-19 will experience mild to moderate symptoms and recover without special treatment. However, some will become seriously ill and require medical attention.

The Ministry of Health purchased millions of COVID-19 vaccines and also accepted millions donated by friendly countries. 

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