Bahrain witnessed six more covid deaths last month

TDT | Manama                                                                        

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Staff Reporter

Six more Covid-19 fatalities were reported in Bahrain during the last one month as the total deaths reached 1515 yesterday. As of now, there are 1,528 active Covid-19 cases in the Kingdom. 

The Covid-19 situation in Bahrain has remained stable during the last one month with the number of active cases declining from 4,501 on August 1, 2022 to 1,528 on September 1, 2022. 

According to the Health Ministry, there is only one Covid-19 infected patient under critical care.  Bahrain’s success in containing the spread of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) has been attributed to early preparations, high vaccination coverage and continued provision of basic health services by national cadres. 

The  World  Health  Organisation  (WHO) a few weeks ago launched a case study on the ‘Bahrain’s battle victory against Covid-19’ at a special event, which was attended by WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Dr Ahmed bin Salem Al Mandhari along with Health Minister Dr Jaleela Hasan. 

In a visualised address, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, appreciated the Kingdom’s leadership led by His Majesty and HRH the Crown Prince for the attention given to the health sector. 

Speaking at the event, Dr Jaleela highlighted the importance of Royal Directives issued by His Majesty and HRH the Crown Prince to coordinate and cooperate with WHO in the Kingdom’s battle against the pandemic.

“The ties between the Kingdom and WHO are deeply rooted in history and the opening of its country office in Manama has been a milestone in the relations.”  She said it is a proud moment for the Kingdom to share its experiences of the battle against the virus.

“Bahrain will continue its national efforts to combat the virus. Precautionary steps are always in place while strictly adhering to WHO guidelines. The unparalleled role of our Taskforce and healthcare staff needs a special mention here.” 

The minister highlighted the ‘One Spirit Rule’ to turn challenges into opportunities. “Vaccines were offered to citizens and residents free of charge in line with the concept of welfare state. We are always in the best efforts to ensure the provision of sustainable health services.”

Dr Jaleela also hailed the special attention given to the health sector by His Majesty and HRH the Crown Prince.   The National Medical Taskforce for Combating Covid-19 Pandemic has been urging all those eligible for second or subsequent booster doses to take them without any hesitation. 

Booster doses, the Taskforce said, are crucial to raising the immunity and protecting an individual, his family and community from the virus and its variants. “It is crucial to continue strengthening our commitment to precautionary measures to limit the spread of the Covid-19 virus.” 

Those aged 12 years and above could take a booster dose every nine months. Individuals with a prior infection are eligible for a booster nine months after their last dose and at least six months after infection.

The Taskforce also called for wearing masks and strictly following the health guidelines. The Kingdom’s existing success against the pandemic is attributed to its vaccination milestones and preventive measures adopted by the Ministry of Health.