COVID-19 Prevention:Vaccination Programme and Mask Campaign

Ministry of Health has been conducting the COVID-19 vaccination programme in regions and states for the disease prevention and control.
On the 22nd of October, residents in 26 townships of Ayeyawaddy Region, 2 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. Mask 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 received millions donated by friendly countries.