PAHO On Covid And Vaccines

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Director of Pan American Health Organization, Dr. Carissa Etienne, noting that as of last week, approximately 1.6 million cases of COVID 19 and 4,800 related deaths were reported, adding that a growing proportion of cases are being caused by the Omicron BA4 and BA5 sub-lineages.

Dr. Eitienne noting that the virus knows no boundaries, particularly with the return of international travel. She says countries must continue to promote vaccinations.