How many were vaccinated in each province - In young people the Indian mutation is detected

The vaccination of the population against it is progressing steadily COVID-19 with the coverage rate being at a very satisfactory point for people aged 40 and over. Specifically, until June 18, 70% of people aged 40-49 have been vaccinated with at least 1^η dose, 69% of the age group 50-59 years, 79,6% of the age group 60-69 years, 90,1% of the age group 70-79 years, while in people 80 years and over the vaccination coverage reaches at 90,8%. The vaccination coverage rate for the age group of 50-30 reached close to 39%, while The vaccination rate is low at the ages of 18-19 and 20-29 (25,8% and 32,9% respectively). In total, has been vaccinated with 1^η 62% of the population and 44,1% have completed their vaccination plan.

In terms of vaccination coverage by Province, Paphos remains in first place with 68,9%. It is followed by Nicosia with 62,6%, Famagusta with 60,9%, Limassol with 59,2% and Larnaca with 57,5%.

According to a study conducted in Scotland and published in Lancet scientific journal in relation to the "Delta" mutation (Indian mutation), it is found that this mutation causes increased transmission and morbidity. It is noteworthy that "Delta" strain was detected mainly in young people without a history of vaccination. At the same time, the study carried out by the competent authority in Scotland showed that Indian mutation doubles the risk of serious illness and hospitalization. An important finding of the research is the finding that the risk of infection and hospitalization is effectively reduced by vaccination, without currently having sufficient data to compare vaccines.

From the results of the study by the Scottish Authority, and given that the main and most contagious mutations of the virus have been detected in Cyprus as well, It is crucial at this time to continue vaccinating the population, especially those under the age of 40, with an increased response.. With the shielding that the vaccine offers, the possibility of new outbreaks in the community is minimized, with the ultimate goal the functioning of the economy and society, while maintaining the improved epidemiological picture.