Covid deaths take toll on the elderly - Geingob
NAMPA
WINDHOEK
President Hage Geingob has expressed concern that 55% of Covid-19 deaths recorded were among people above the age of 60, calling on Namibians to shield the elderly and vulnerable members of the community.
Addressing the nation during the 31st Covid-19 public briefing on the national response measures last Thursday, Geingob said notably over the past two weeks, 29% of fatalities have occurred in the Khomas Region, followed by Erongo, Omaheke and Otjozondjupa, of which 55% were people above the age of 60.
The president equally expressed concern regarding the increasing number of people succumbing at home before presenting to health facilities.
By Saturday, Namibia had recorded 2 274 Covid-19 deaths with accumulated confirmed cases of 112 160. Active cases stood at 22 330 and 87 313 recoveries were recorded.
“Let us shield the elderly and vulnerable members of our community. Those willing should be prioritised to receive vaccination. During this time of crisis, ensuring healthcare access to those who need it most requires an innovative approach,” Geingob pleaded.
More oxygen
The Head of State noted that accelerated efforts are underway to increase local oxygen generating capacity through an investment by the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) and to fast track the manufacturing of coffins locally through the trade ministry.
“It has been said that great challenges present opportunity for growth. Anticipated disruptions to the supply chains of essential goods and services in South Africa may present an opportunity to bolster our domestic capacity. The renewed investments should remain viable beyond this particular crisis by creating new opportunities for our young people,” the president said.
At the same occasion, Geingob also expressed gratitude to countries who offered Namibia support through the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism in the fight against the pandemic.
WINDHOEK
President Hage Geingob has expressed concern that 55% of Covid-19 deaths recorded were among people above the age of 60, calling on Namibians to shield the elderly and vulnerable members of the community.
Addressing the nation during the 31st Covid-19 public briefing on the national response measures last Thursday, Geingob said notably over the past two weeks, 29% of fatalities have occurred in the Khomas Region, followed by Erongo, Omaheke and Otjozondjupa, of which 55% were people above the age of 60.
The president equally expressed concern regarding the increasing number of people succumbing at home before presenting to health facilities.
By Saturday, Namibia had recorded 2 274 Covid-19 deaths with accumulated confirmed cases of 112 160. Active cases stood at 22 330 and 87 313 recoveries were recorded.
“Let us shield the elderly and vulnerable members of our community. Those willing should be prioritised to receive vaccination. During this time of crisis, ensuring healthcare access to those who need it most requires an innovative approach,” Geingob pleaded.
More oxygen
The Head of State noted that accelerated efforts are underway to increase local oxygen generating capacity through an investment by the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) and to fast track the manufacturing of coffins locally through the trade ministry.
“It has been said that great challenges present opportunity for growth. Anticipated disruptions to the supply chains of essential goods and services in South Africa may present an opportunity to bolster our domestic capacity. The renewed investments should remain viable beyond this particular crisis by creating new opportunities for our young people,” the president said.
At the same occasion, Geingob also expressed gratitude to countries who offered Namibia support through the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism in the fight against the pandemic.
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