This was made known to the local press by sources from the Directorate of Health in the territory.
This province is the third with the highest number of elderly people in the country, preceded by Villa Clara and Havana, in central and western Cuba, respectively.
This is a high-risk population group for the new coronavirus SARS-Cov-2, which causes Covid-19.
Approved by the Center for State Control of Drugs, Medical Equipment and Devices, it is recommended against influenza and flu diseases, among other ailments.
In addition, it strengthens the immune system, so in times of coronavirus, treatment with PrevengHo-Vir is prioritized.
Experts believe that its application is preventive against acute respiratory ailments but does not cure Covid-19, nor does it replace the hygienic measures adopted and of strict compliance.
Initially, in the country it was provided in nursing homes, psychiatric hospitals and other health centres.
According to data published here, by the end of 2019, some 101,440 people aged 60 and over were living in this province.
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