“An updated COVID-19 vaccine has been delivered to Lithuania and it is expected that the opportunity to be vaccinated with this vaccine will be available to all residents aged six months and older,” said Jurgita Pakalniškienė, advisor of the Health Promotion Department of the Ministry of Health, during the meeting of the Seimas Health Affairs Committee on Wednesday.
According to her, the vaccination strategy will be presented to the public at the end of September.
It is also provided that if the cumulative incidence of flu, COVID-19 and colds exceeds 1.5 thousand in a week. 100 thousand cases population, and over 1.5 thousand people would be employed for more than a week to treat COVID-19 and flu. beds, resuscitation beds – 120 or more, it would be decided whether to declare an epidemic in the country and municipalities.
During the epidemic period, control in treatment and social care institutions would be strengthened, restrictions on events would come into force, an infection-limiting regime would be introduced, remote work and the wearing of protective equipment would be recommended.
According to J. Pakalniškienė, it is predicted that COVID-19 will not reach the morbidity level of the first year.
COVID-19 reached its peak at the beginning of February 2021, when more than 14,000 cases were detected per day. infections with this disease. In total, about 1.19 million people have been infected with the coronavirus at least once in the country. people.
According to the latest data, 35 patients with COVID-19 are currently being treated in hospitals, of which two are in intensive care.
The number of new cases of coronavirus in 14 days is 100,000. population reaches 67.8 cases, the seven-day positive diagnostic test rate is 23.3 percent.
The Ministry of Health claims to have recorded a slight increase in cases in recent weeks.
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**Interview with Jurgita Pakalniškienė, Advisor of the Health Promotion Department, Ministry of Health of Lithuania**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Jurgita. Let’s dive right in. The Ministry of Health recently announced the arrival of an updated COVID-19 vaccine in Lithuania. Can you tell us who will be eligible for this vaccination?
**Pakalniškienė:** Thank you for having me. Yes, we are pleased to inform the public that the updated COVID-19 vaccine will be available for all residents aged six months and older. This inclusive approach is part of our commitment to protecting our population, especially as we enter the fall and winter seasons.
**Editor:** That’s great to hear! When can residents expect more details about the vaccination strategy?
**Pakalniškienė:** We plan to present our comprehensive vaccination strategy to the public at the end of September. This will include information on vaccination sites, schedule, and any other relevant details for the community.
**Editor:** You also mentioned certain thresholds for declaring an epidemic related to flu and COVID-19. Can you share more about that?
**Pakalniškienė:** Certainly. We have established specific criteria regarding the cumulative incidence of flu, COVID-19, and colds. If the number of cases exceeds 1.5 thousand per week per 100 thousand population, and if we see more than 1,500 individuals hospitalized for treatment — particularly in intensive and resuscitation beds — we will evaluate the situation closely. This assessment will ensure that we respond appropriately to the health needs of our citizens.
**Editor:** That sounds like a proactive approach. What steps are being taken to prepare for a potential increase in cases?
**Pakalniškienė:** We are actively monitoring trends in respiratory illnesses and working closely with healthcare facilities to ensure they are equipped to handle potential surges. Public health campaigns will also be ramped up to encourage vaccinations and adherence to health guidelines.
**Editor:** Thank you, Jurgita, for providing this important information. It seems clear the health authorities are prepared and are taking necessary precautions.
**Pakalniškienė:** Thank you for the opportunity to share this info. Staying informed and proactive is key to keeping our communities safe.
