National

China’s COVID Situation is Under Control

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – In recent weeks, cases of COVID-19 have been on the rise across China, according to Dai Qingli, Ambassador for the People’s Republic of China.

Published

1 year ago

January 12, 2023

Megan Shepherd

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – In recent weeks, cases of COVID-19 have been on the rise across China, according to Dai Qingli, Ambassador for the People’s Republic of China.

While presenting medical supplies to the Public Hospitals Authority, she says the situation is under control.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. Michael Darville says the situation is fluid, and at this time, there are no plans to re-introduce COVID restrictions.

PHA Managing Director Dr. Aubynette Rolle, gave an update on local COVID numbers, as the health minister explained the ministry works to determine if the highly transmissible XBB.1.5 is in country.

The tent city, provided by Samaritin’s Purse, has been removed and Dr. Darville says hurricane-proof modular units are expected on island within ten days.