MUSCAT: His Excellency Dr. Ahmed Al Saidi, Minister of Health has urged more health care workers in the country to join hands to fight against coronavirus outbreak in the country.
In a message issued to health workers in Oman, Al Saidi said with the increasing incidence of COVID-19 infections, the demand for critical care services have increased. “Thus, to meet this increasing demand, the critical care units have been training more staff and arranging the essential requirements,” he explained.
“Furthermore, some of you might be called to join and support your colleagues in the front line teams,” Al Saidi said.
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Al Saidi also hinted the government’s plan to resume more services. “We are, currently, planning the feasibility of resuming our services whilst taking precautions to ensure the safety of the healthcare workers, patients and the community at large. I urge each one of you to contribute to this planning effort,” he said.
The Minister also shared the message from His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to all the health care workers in the country. “Since my last message to you last week, we have seen His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik preside over the Supreme Committee for COVID-19. His Majesty praised all your efforts, and acknowledged your sacrifices and dedication,” he said.
“I thank you for your dedication and excellent performance. I am confident that working together, we can overcome the challenges.” Al Saidi added.
