During the Government’s press conference, together with the Public Health Department (DVG), they presented the latest updates regarding Covid-19. They announced that they are in deliberations with the Netherlands to ensure that Aruba is prepared to receive the vaccines against Covid-19 between the end of December and the beginning of January 2021. And to start with the distribution plan.
The vaccine’s distribution structure will be as follows; the first group to receive the vaccine will be those who work in the care sector, then the 60+ people and people with chronic diseases. Furthermore, they are working on a digital system for those interested could sign up to avoid agglomeration of people.
THE VACCINE IS NOT MANDATORY
Just like any other vaccines in Aruba, the vaccine against Covid-19 will not be mandatory but is recommended. More information will be given about the vaccine as soon as we know which one we will receive.
CONTINUE TO SOCIAL DISTANCE
DVG wants to inform you that although the measurements have become more flexible, please avoid agglomeration of people. Keep using mouth masks as much as possible, especially when the social distance is not possible. Aruba is going in the right direction with regards to the number of active cases.
MORE ACTIVE VIRUS
To conclude must remind everyone that when traveling, the risk of getting infected with the virus is bigger. So please keep using mouth masks and maintain social distance.
Be aware that Covid is not the only virus circulating and that in Aruba, there is also another respiratory virus going around. The measures taken for Covid is also applicable to the other respiratory viruses. Considering that it has been raining, it’s the ideal moment for Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya.
Maintain all hygiene rules to protect yourself from any virus that may be circulating.
