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Get Vaccinated! Here’s why it’s important

Statement by the Ministry of Health – The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs continues on its mandate to ensure that the population is vaccinated for protection against the COVID-19 virus.

As of Saturday 18 September 2021, forty-three thousand, four hundred and thirty-one (43,431) first doses and twenty-nine thousand, one hundred and forty-six second (29,146) doses on the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered – seven (7) months since the introduction of the COVID-19 vaccine to the population. 16.1% of the population has received the two (2) recommended doses of the vaccine. The highest uptake of vaccines remains amongst the fifty (50) years and older age group, followed by those 24-49 years.

Over the past weeks, the significant rise in reported cases and deaths is clearly a concern to us all. The burden on the health system is evident. It is important that every one of us plays our part in addressing this situation. Each one of us has a personal responsibility in the fight against this pandemic.

We have noted unfavourable outcome in persons of varying age groups and health profiles. Some vaccinated, whilst the significant majority were not. Our condolences to the families and loved ones of these individuals.

From the February 2021, when vaccines were introduced, until now, statistics show that:

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  • Unvaccinated persons account for 96.6% of hospitalizations
  • Partially vaccinated persons account for 2% of hospitalizations
  • Unvaccinated persons account for 96.6% of hospitalizations
  • Partially vaccinated persons account for 2% of hospitalizations
  • Fully vaccinated persons account for 1.4% of hospitalizations
  • Unvaccinated persons account for 96.7% of deaths
  • Partially vaccinated persons account for 2% of deaths
  • Vaccinated persons account for 1.3% of deaths

It doesn’t get any simpler – vaccines save lives. It reduces the risk of hospitalization and death. Being unvaccinated is a risk, not only for you, but also for those around you. Of note is the significant number of persons who are partially vaccinated with only one dose of the vaccine. One thousand, eight hundred and forty-three (1,843) persons, 4.2% of total vaccinated incountry, are overdue for their second dose of the vaccine.

Again, I reiterate the importance of being fully vaccinated – this is the best way to ensure protection against COVID-19.

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