A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
COVID-19 “Antigen” test kits capable of generating results of active infection within 15 minutes has been introduced by MedTech in the Maldives. MedTech stated that the test kit is produced by Abbott, a well-known manufacturer of laboratory equipment where the portable antigen test will highly facilitate in procedures of public health. This includes detecting individuals […]
Health Protection Agency (HPA) has arranged a PCR testing facility for tourists visiting the Maldives, from 5 Hospitals. Reportedly, certain airlines require a COVID-19 test result sheet which has been prepared within 48-72 hours from a government certified laboratory, before departing from the Maldives. Without the COVID-19 result sheet, tourists may face struggles returning to […]
With the reopening of Maldives’ border amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, all the key stakeholders of the tourism industry have been working together in implementing precautionary measures. Following the Ministry of Tourism circular on 10th August 2020 regarding PCR tests for departing tourists, National Boating Association of Maldives (NBAM) together with the Ministry of Tourism, Housing […]
Health Emergency Operation Center (HEOC) has implemented Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) testing services for tourists leaving the country. This was initiated following the concerns of late departure by tourists due to delays in obtaining PCR testing services. Regarding this, Dr. Fathimath Nazla Rafeeq stated that upon reopening borders, the resorts have been informed with the […]
Universal Enterprises Pvt. Ltd has donated 2 PCR machines to the Health Ministry. This is the first time a private company donated PCR machines to the Maldives. However, PPE kits, test kits, and ventilators have been previously donated by some private companies. While it has been 4 months since the Maldives experienced its first COVID-19 […]