As of February 3, more than 900,000 people in Mon state have received two vaccine doses to protect them against Covid-19.
The state health department reported that 983,577 people received a first dose and 920,665 people have received two doses.
“Even if infected with Covid, for the majority of those now vaccinated, the outcomes are unlikely to be life-threatening and the death toll will be reduced. It remains necessary for everyone to get fully vaccinated,” said an official from the Department of Health.
As of February 3, 2,913 people had received a 3rd dose or a booster. The Department of Health urges the public to receive all of their Covid vaccines.
In Mon State, the highest number of people vaccinated was in Chaungzon township, followed by Mawlamyine township.
“Now, with regular check-ups, Covid patients are back. They are being seen almost every day. The public must be vigilant. Those who have received a second dose should also receive a third dose (aka a booster shot),” said a vaccination advocate based in Moulmein Township.
According to a recent statement from the Ministry of Health, there were 7 covid patients in Mudon Township, 4 patients in Mawlamyine Township, two in Chaungzon Township and one in Thaton Township, for a total of 14 cases, in Mon State.
