(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Qatar's National Covid-19 Vaccination Programme reached another milestone on Tuesday as data released by the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) showed that more than 2mn people have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine in the country.
With this, more than 80% of people above 16 years have got at least one dose of the vaccine so far.
Details on the MoPH website revealed that a total of 3,708,551 doses have been given in the country until now, with 2,013,080 people receiving at least one dose and 1,695,471 people getting both doses.
A break-up of the data on the MoPH website showed that 81% of people above 16 years have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, while 68.6% have got both doses.
Similarly, 96.2% of those above 40 years have received at least one dose, while 86.3% have got the two doses. Also, 98.6% of people above 60 years (the most vulnerable population group) have been vaccinated with at least one dose, with 93.5% receiving both doses.
The statistics also revealed that 22,960 Covid-19 vaccine doses have been administered in the country in the past 24 hours.
Meanwhile, the MoPH on Tuesday reported 86 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 among the community and 60 among travellers.
Also, 96 people recovered from the virus during the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases recovered in Qatar to 223,210.
Regarding the current Covid-19 status, the MoPH said in a statement: "In recent weeks, the combined impact of Cobid-19 restrictions and increasing vaccination rates, and the overwhelming support of the community, has resulted in a consistent reduction in the number of new daily infections in the country.
"However, it is still important to be cautious as the second wave is not yet over and there are still two highly contagious and highly virulent strains of the virus that are actively circulating in the community.
Phase 3 of the gradual lifting of restrictions began on July 9 and is part of a four-phase plan to be delivered over the coming months.
The date of implementation and duration of each next phase will depend on the epidemic indicators, which rely to a great extent on the degree of compliance of community members with the current measures, restrictions and guidance by the government.
"For now, it is important that people, including those who are vaccinated, continue to wear a mask as advised and maintain social distancing," the MoPH stressed.
"With Covid-19 still a threat to our health here in Qatar, it is important for everyone to play their role in controlling the virus by following precautionary measures," the ministry advised. These are adherence to physical distancing, avoiding close contact with others, crowded places and confined closed spaces where people congregate, wearing a face mask and washing hands regularly.
People should take the Covid-19 vaccine at the earliest opportunity when their turn comes, the statement added.
Anyone suffering from Covid-19 symptoms should contact the 16000 helpline immediately. This is important as the earlier the disease is detected, the easier it will be to receive the right treatment and recover from it.
One can visit the MoPH website for regular updates and latest information.
Last updated: July 27 2021 07:45 PM
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