Covid-wise things seem to be easing up in the US, at least that's my impression. Hospitals in my area are not near capacity and I've noticed that some folks who in the past were reluctant to be vaccinated are now getting their shots. There are countries in the rest of the world that are not doing so well including my second country Peru.
This is from the US Embassy in Lima:
"On April 17, 2021, the Government of Peru announced additional mitigation measures due to high levels of COVID-19 spread.
Starting today, April 19, 2021, businesses in areas of Extreme alert level must now close three hours before curfew. Currently, in Lima and other areas of Extreme alert, curfew is at 9:00 p.m. and businesses must now close no later than 6:00 p.m. In areas of Peru in Moderate, High, or Very High alert, businesses must close no later than two hours before the local curfew.
In addition to face masks, face shields must be worn to enter many establishments, including shopping centers, markets, supermarkets, department stores, and other potentially crowded places."
For my friends and family's sake I am glad that strict curfews are in place and masks and face shields are mandatory. I am told that getting vaccinated is not mandatory but even if it were at the moment supply is very limited. The Lambayeque Region, where I lived and Maribel's family lives has a population of over 32 million but so far the region has received just 9,000 doses. Initially Peru purchased the Chinese vaccine among others but now is also receiving Pfizer, Johnson and Moderna. The Lambayeque Region is in the extreme alert category. Hospitals in Chiclayo, our home town are at full capacity.
Maribel's father was vaccinated this morning at a school near their home. His daughter Magali was not as the vaccine is strictly limited to those over 80.
There are some Peruvians, just like people here who say they will refuse the vaccine when it is offered. We have already lost several friends and distant relatives to the virus. Maribel's nuclear family is on-board with the masks, face shields and the vaccine when available. Maribel is working hard to convince the reluctant ones to get the vaccine, and is offering up our own experience with it as an example.
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