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Circulation of “Public Warning Alert” on COVID-19 vaccines fraudulently using PAHO’s name and logo 

PAHO would like to inform the public that the message does not reflect the position of the Organization, and that it contains false and defamatory information regarding PAHO’s activities, projects, and funding.    Furthermore, the misinformation contained in the video that COVID-19 vaccines are dangerous to children, cause infections and can lead them to become sterile […]
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Despite overall drop in new infections this week, pandemic continues to challenge health care workers in the Americas

PAHO warns that recent surge in COVID-19 cases has overburdened struggling systems. Countries must urgently increase staff and training and prioritize health care workers for vaccination. While cases of COVID-19 fell by a third in the Americas this week, health care workers continue to face challenging conditions due to systems that are unprepared to support […]
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With 14 countries yet to vaccinate 40% of people, Americas remain most unequal region in the world in fight against COVID-19

Despite hard-fought efforts and generous donor support, many vulnerable populations remain unprotected Washington D.C., 2 February 2022 (PAHO) – While 63% of people in Latin America and the Caribbean have now been vaccinated against COVID-19, coverage remains uneven, with 14 countries and territories immunizing 70% of their populations and the same number failing to reach even […]
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Ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the Americas threatens growth and development of children, says PAHO Director 

Millions miss out on routine care, including vaccination. Educational crisis also impacts their social, mental, and physical wellbeing.  Washington D.C. 26 January 2022 (PAHO) – As the COVID-19 outbreak reaches its third year in the Americas, millions of children are missing out on routine vaccinations, putting countries at risk of losing two decades of immunization progress, […]
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PAHO calls for countries to prioritize rapid tests for those with COVID-19 symptoms

As infections surge, testing should be expanded to alleviate pressure on hospitals. Those without symptoms should quarantine and follow public health measures. Washington D.C. 19 January 2022 (PAHO) – With COVID-19 surging throughout the Americas and demand for diagnostics higher than ever, the Pan American Health Organization Director Carissa F. Etienne has called on countries to […]
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Covid-19 PCR and Antigen Testing for Outbound Travel

The public and visitors to the beautiful Nature Island can easily book their outbound (departure) Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Antigen tests. Visitors are recommended to schedule the required tests for their departure as early as possible after arriving. PCR tests can be booked online via https://pcrbooking.dominica.gov.dm as well as via WhatsApp (767) 611 3905. Once the […]
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Dominica Records First Covid-19 Death

The Commonwealth of Dominica has recorded its first Covid-19 related death according to Health minister  Hon. Dr. Irving McIntyre.  He said, “The 46 year old female with preexisting medical conditions was admitted to the COVID Isolation unit on August 14 and passed away today August 17, 2021”.He continued, “The Government of Dominica extends its deepest […]
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