Disease Prevention: COVID-19 vaccination programme, 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 24th 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 26 townships of Ayeyawaddy Region and 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.