Twelve law enforcement officers succumbed to COVID-19 in Kazakhstan.
Police Officers and COVID-19: A Look at Kazakhstan
Hey there! Let's shed some light on the number of police officers who have contracted the coronavirus during the pandemic, specifically in Kazakhstan.
Minister of Internal Affairs, Yerlan Turgumbayev, let us in on some figures. As reported by Total.kz, during the epidemic situation, a whopping 7,000 police officers in Kazakhstan have fallen ill with COVID-19. Unfortunately, among them, 27 officers have lost their lives—not a small number when you consider the risky nature of their work.
Turgumbayev, during a public meeting, added that 12 officers were part of this grim statistic. He also mentioned that five military personnel and ten administrative internal affairs department workers have also succumbed to the disease.
As of now, a staggering 93% of the personnel have received their COVID-19 vaccines in two stages, a measure aimed at preserving their health. With their work often requiring direct contact with the public, safety measures for police officers in Kazakhstan are of utmost importance.
To ensure this safety, medical points equipped with a full set of medications have been established in every internal affairs department across the country. So, let's appreciate and support our frontline workers in these trying times.
- The coronavirus has affected a significant number of police officers in Kazakhstan during the pandemic, with 7,000 reported cases and regrettably, 27 officers succumbing to the disease.
- In addition to police officers, the pandemic has claimed the lives of five military personnel and ten administrative internal affairs department workers, underscoring the collective impact on the population's health and wellness.
- Encouragingly, 93% of police officers in Kazakhstan have received their COVID-19 vaccinations in two stages, a proactive measure aimed at maintaining their fitness and exercise capacity as well as mental health through this challenging period.
- As a safety precaution, medical points equipped with necessary medications have been installed in every internal affairs department across the country, emphasizing the importance of science, medical-conditions, and health-and-wellness for Kazakhstan's frontline workers.
- As the pandemic progresses through its various stages, it is crucial for our population to appreciate and support the tireless work of police officers, as they continue to navigate and cope with the ongoing mental-health implications of this crisis.
