“Emergency and Crises” announces a decrease in the indicators of the epidemiological situation of “Covid-19”

Cancellation of capacity restrictions for activities and events in the country

  • “Covid-19” vaccines are safe and effective in preventing infection with the disease.

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  • Dr. Farida Al Hosani: "The state has developed plans and programs that rely on scientific facts, and track the development of the virus globally."

  • Reducing the distance between worshipers in mosques and places of worship to one meter.

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The UAE government confirmed, during the periodic media briefing to introduce the latest developments and cases related to the emerging coronavirus in the country (Covid-19), the decrease in indicators of the epidemiological situation of the “Covid-19” virus in the country, and announced the abolition of restrictions on the absorptive capacity, and gradually on all activities and events in Various economic, tourist and recreational facilities, shopping centers, and transportation, to reach their maximum by mid-February.

It was also decided to raise the maximum capacity for social events, such as weddings and funerals, and to leave the numbers and percentages to the local level in each emirate, in addition to reducing the safe distance between worshipers in mosques and places of worship to a distance of one meter.

The official spokesman for the health sector in the country, Dr. Farida Al Hosani, confirmed that all sectors are working in cooperation with the health sector to their fullest potential, through continuous analysis of the epidemiological situation locally and globally, the impact of changes, the development of expected scenarios and methods of immediate response, noting that the competent teams are also working on Providing the necessary capabilities for rapid intervention to treat cases and follow up on contacts, and provide medical devices, necessary examinations, treatments and vaccinations, as the health system operates with standard systems that guarantee rapid intervention, and qualified medical cadres to deal with changes and developments.

Al-Hosani said that "the state has developed plans and programs that rely on scientific facts, and track the development of the virus globally, as the medical sector monitors around the clock the latest developments in the pandemic and develops solutions to prevent its spread, in order to ensure a healthy and preventive environment, and health security for all members of society." Pointing out that the percentage of those who received the first dose of the total population reached 100%, while the percentage of those who received two doses of the vaccine reached 94.75% of the total approved population census.

She added, "Covid-19 vaccines are considered safe and effective in preventing infection, and they are very effective for preventing severe symptoms, hospitalization, intensive care, and death."

Vaccination is also the best way to slow the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes “Covid-19”, noting that it was recently announced that the “Pfizer Biontech” vaccine was available for children from five to 11 years old, as vaccination is available in approved health centers. From the health authorities, the vaccination of the “Pfizer Biontech” vaccine for children is licensed for emergency use by the US Food and Drug Administration, and the relevant global and local organizations, according to the regulations and systems in force.

Al-Hosani continued: “There is no significant difference in the ingredients for the different (Pfizer-Biontech) vaccines, but the (Pfizer-Biontech) vaccine for children, aged between five and 11 years, contains a lower dose, compared to the vaccine used for older groups, and children receive two basic doses. between 21 days, and the supporting dose is not recommended for them,” noting that scientific studies by the relevant global advisory committees showed the safety of “Covid-19” vaccines, including the “Pfizer Biontech” vaccine for children.

For his part, the official spokesman for the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, Dr. Saif Al Dhaheri, affirmed that the UAE has provided, since the beginning of the pandemic, a pioneering model in flexible and professional handling of crisis management, as a result of cooperation between national agencies and the relevant sectors, to highlight the readiness and readiness to confront various emergencies and crises, Pointing out that the state sectors continue to work day and night in order to preserve human health, which is the real wealth for the advancement of society.

Al Dhaheri said: "The concerned sectors in the country are working to continuously monitor and evaluate indicators of the epidemiological situation, to develop the necessary plans and procedures to ensure the health and safety of society. Recently, it was noted that the indicators of the epidemiological situation of the (Covid-19) virus in the country decreased, compared to vaccination rates and high supporting doses, Which has become one of the highest levels globally,” noting that the remarkable commitment of members of society, and their effective contribution to the application of precautionary and preventive measures, helped in the continuous decrease in the number of injuries recorded in the country, with a clear decrease in the rates of admission of “Covid-19” patients to hospitals.

He added: "According to the decline in the indicators of the epidemiological situation of the virus (Covid-19) in the country, and in order to enhance the capabilities and measures necessary for recovery, and out of concern for the sustainability of the strategic balance between the various sectors, and in support of the continuation of various activities in the country, we announce that it was decided to cancel the restrictions on absorptive capacity, And gradually all activities and events in the UAE in various economic, tourist and entertainment facilities, shopping centers and means of transportation, to reach their maximum by mid-February.

And he continued: “It was also decided to raise the maximum capacity for social events, represented by weddings and funerals, and to leave the determination of the numbers and percentages for them to the local level in each emirate, and it was also decided to reduce the safe distance between worshipers in mosques and places of worship to a distance of one meter, and to monitor the epidemiological situation for a month. And setting appropriate precautionary measures according to the monitored indicators in terms of maintaining or canceling the safe distance between worshipers.

• Raising the maximum capacity for social events represented in weddings and funerals.

• Scientific studies have demonstrated the safety of “Covid-19” vaccines, including the “Pfizer Biontech” vaccine for children.

Gradual lifting of capacity restrictions for activities and events in Dubai

Dubai ■ Emirates today /

The Supreme Committee for Crisis and Disaster Management in Dubai announced that the restrictions related to the capacity of various activities and events in the Emirate of Dubai will be gradually lifted, in various economic, tourism, social, sports and entertainment facilities, shopping centers, in addition to the capacity for social events, and means of transportation From yesterday, to reach full capacity by February 15, in line with the decisions of the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority taken in the same matter.

The committee stressed the need to fully adhere to the recommended preventive measures, in order to ensure the highest levels of protection in the face of "Covid-19", including continuing to wear masks, staying away from crowded places and permanent sterilization, while taking vaccinations and supporting doses.

The Supreme Committee also praised the response of community members and commitment to preventive measures, stressing the continuation of preventive measures, the most important of which is wearing masks to maintain the health and safety of everyone.

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