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Outbreak of fever and influenza cases recorded in country, MSPP does not rule out the possibility of the spread of the Omicron variant
Posted on 2022-01-04 | lenouvelliste . com
All over the country in recent days, many cases of flu and fever have been recorded. People talk about the return of "tifyèv la" as during the first wave of Covid-19 in Haiti. The health authorities who confirm this outbreak of flu and fever in Le Nouvelliste do not rule out the possibility that this upsurge in cases is linked to a spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19.
“Yes, the MSPP is aware of cases of flu, fever, etc. The Department of Epidemiology, Laboratory and Research (DELR) is monitoring the situation, ”the Director General of the Ministry of Public Health told Nouvelliste on Monday.
However, Dr Lauré Adrien stressed that the country is "in a period where there is naturally an outbreak of influenza, but we cannot rule out an upsurge in Covid cases either, especially with the Omicron variant, which is very contagious," which, probably, is already in circulation in the country, although we do not yet have scientific proof, ”explained the doctor.
According to the director general of the MSPP, “the results of the Covid-19 samples sent abroad for testing have not yet been sent to us. However, we would like to remind you that the transmission of the Omicron variant, like the classic form of the virus and the other variants already identified, is combated by the same methods: barrier gestures ... ”, recalled Dr Adrien.
Doctor Lauré Adrien underlines that the spread of severe forms of the disease is preventable by vaccination of the greatest number. “Let’s continue to protect ourselves and our loved ones and the community. Let’s increase our anti-Covid vaccine coverage, ”urged the Director General of the Ministry of Public Health.
For his part, Dr Jean William Pape, head of the Gheskio centers, said Tuesday on Magik9 radio that the centers have already recorded a case which is both tested positive for coronavirus and influenza, stressing that the population is currently facing two epidemics: Covid-19 and influenza, which is a seasonal flu. “We are pretty sure the Omicron variant is in Haiti,” he said.
Dr Pape pointed out that the Delta variant is more lethal than the Omicron variant. However, he encourages people to get vaccinated to protect themselves against the virus. Although less dangerous, the Omicron variant can be fatal in people who are not vaccinated and have co-morbidities.
In an interview with radio Magik9 last week, Dr Adrien indicated that only just over 1% of the Haitian population is vaccinated against Covid-19.
“In terms of percentage, we are just over 1% of the Haitian population to be vaccinated against the coronavirus. This calculation is based on the general population. In absolute terms, 123,000 people received their first dose, compared to 70,000 to 75,000 people who were fully vaccinated. The percentage is calculated on the overall population, not on people who are eligible to be vaccinated, i.e. those aged 18 and over. We have a relatively young age pyramid; if we took into account a purified statistical calculation, the percentage of people vaccinated would be higher, ”explained the Director General of the Ministry of Public Health and Population, Lauré Adrien, on Magik9.
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Haiti faces seasonal flu, says MSPP
Gilles JustinJanuary 7, 2022 10:25 AM ET
The Ministry of Public Health and Population (MSPP) says the country of Haiti is stricken by seasonal flu. A statement made at a press conference, Thursday, January 6, 2022, on the evolution of the pandemic in Haiti and following numerous cases of influenza observed in the territory.
The Minister Dr Alex Larsen and the Director General of the MSPP, Lauré Adrien, take the opportunity to invite the Haitian population to remain calm, to practice barrier gestures and to be vaccinated to combat the spread of the coronavirus on the national territory.
Regarding the Omicron variant, the MSPP is unable to confirm or deny its presence in the country.
"The MSPP is awaiting the results of the specimens being analyzed in the partner laboratories before confirming whether or not there is a new variant of the coronavirus in the country," said MSPP officials.
According to the latest epidemiological assessment of the coronavirus communicated by the institution on January 3, 2022, there are 45 new confirmed cases. Which gives a total of 26,304 confirmed cases, 774 deaths and 531 people cured.
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Evolution of COVID-19, the MSPP takes stock
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Port-au-Prince on January 6, 2022.- The Ministry of Public Health and Population (MSPP) organized a press conference around the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the rise in cases of fever in Haiti, this Thursday, January 6, 2022 at the local MSPP.
During this press conference, the Minister Dr Alex Larsen and the Director General of the MSPP, Dr Lauré Adrien accompanied by some senior executives of the MSPP took stock of the rise in cases of fever, influenza as well as new positive cases. coronavirus in the country.
It should be noted that Haiti is facing a seasonal flu. The MSPP is awaiting the results of the specimens being analyzed in partner laboratories before confirming whether or not there is a new variant of the coronavirus in the country.
The Ministry of Public Health and Population (MSPP) continues to ask the population to practice barrier gestures (always wear a mask, wash their hands regularly) and to be vaccinated to fight the coronavirus.
Outbreak of fever and influenza cases recorded in country, MSPP does not rule out the possibility of the spread of the Omicron variant
Posted on 2022-01-04 | lenouvelliste . com
All over the country in recent days, many cases of flu and fever have been recorded. People talk about the return of "tifyèv la" as during the first wave of Covid-19 in Haiti. The health authorities who confirm this outbreak of flu and fever in Le Nouvelliste do not rule out the possibility that this upsurge in cases is linked to a spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19.
“Yes, the MSPP is aware of cases of flu, fever, etc. The Department of Epidemiology, Laboratory and Research (DELR) is monitoring the situation, ”the Director General of the Ministry of Public Health told Nouvelliste on Monday.
However, Dr Lauré Adrien stressed that the country is "in a period where there is naturally an outbreak of influenza, but we cannot rule out an upsurge in Covid cases either, especially with the Omicron variant, which is very contagious," which, probably, is already in circulation in the country, although we do not yet have scientific proof, ”explained the doctor.
According to the director general of the MSPP, “the results of the Covid-19 samples sent abroad for testing have not yet been sent to us. However, we would like to remind you that the transmission of the Omicron variant, like the classic form of the virus and the other variants already identified, is combated by the same methods: barrier gestures ... ”, recalled Dr Adrien.
Doctor Lauré Adrien underlines that the spread of severe forms of the disease is preventable by vaccination of the greatest number. “Let’s continue to protect ourselves and our loved ones and the community. Let’s increase our anti-Covid vaccine coverage, ”urged the Director General of the Ministry of Public Health.
For his part, Dr Jean William Pape, head of the Gheskio centers, said Tuesday on Magik9 radio that the centers have already recorded a case which is both tested positive for coronavirus and influenza, stressing that the population is currently facing two epidemics: Covid-19 and influenza, which is a seasonal flu. “We are pretty sure the Omicron variant is in Haiti,” he said.
Dr Pape pointed out that the Delta variant is more lethal than the Omicron variant. However, he encourages people to get vaccinated to protect themselves against the virus. Although less dangerous, the Omicron variant can be fatal in people who are not vaccinated and have co-morbidities.
In an interview with radio Magik9 last week, Dr Adrien indicated that only just over 1% of the Haitian population is vaccinated against Covid-19.
“In terms of percentage, we are just over 1% of the Haitian population to be vaccinated against the coronavirus. This calculation is based on the general population. In absolute terms, 123,000 people received their first dose, compared to 70,000 to 75,000 people who were fully vaccinated. The percentage is calculated on the overall population, not on people who are eligible to be vaccinated, i.e. those aged 18 and over. We have a relatively young age pyramid; if we took into account a purified statistical calculation, the percentage of people vaccinated would be higher, ”explained the Director General of the Ministry of Public Health and Population, Lauré Adrien, on Magik9.
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Haiti faces seasonal flu, says MSPP
Gilles JustinJanuary 7, 2022 10:25 AM ET
The Ministry of Public Health and Population (MSPP) says the country of Haiti is stricken by seasonal flu. A statement made at a press conference, Thursday, January 6, 2022, on the evolution of the pandemic in Haiti and following numerous cases of influenza observed in the territory.
The Minister Dr Alex Larsen and the Director General of the MSPP, Lauré Adrien, take the opportunity to invite the Haitian population to remain calm, to practice barrier gestures and to be vaccinated to combat the spread of the coronavirus on the national territory.
Regarding the Omicron variant, the MSPP is unable to confirm or deny its presence in the country.
"The MSPP is awaiting the results of the specimens being analyzed in the partner laboratories before confirming whether or not there is a new variant of the coronavirus in the country," said MSPP officials.
According to the latest epidemiological assessment of the coronavirus communicated by the institution on January 3, 2022, there are 45 new confirmed cases. Which gives a total of 26,304 confirmed cases, 774 deaths and 531 people cured.
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Evolution of COVID-19, the MSPP takes stock
Home / Government News / Press Releases / Covid19 / Press Kit / Evolution of COVID-19, the MSPP takes stock
06
JAN
0
Port-au-Prince on January 6, 2022.- The Ministry of Public Health and Population (MSPP) organized a press conference around the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the rise in cases of fever in Haiti, this Thursday, January 6, 2022 at the local MSPP.
During this press conference, the Minister Dr Alex Larsen and the Director General of the MSPP, Dr Lauré Adrien accompanied by some senior executives of the MSPP took stock of the rise in cases of fever, influenza as well as new positive cases. coronavirus in the country.
It should be noted that Haiti is facing a seasonal flu. The MSPP is awaiting the results of the specimens being analyzed in partner laboratories before confirming whether or not there is a new variant of the coronavirus in the country.
The Ministry of Public Health and Population (MSPP) continues to ask the population to practice barrier gestures (always wear a mask, wash their hands regularly) and to be vaccinated to fight the coronavirus.
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