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WHO: FSM is once more COVID-19-free
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Posted on Feb 01 2021
PALIKIR, Pohnpei—As of Jan. 29, 2021, the Federated States of Micronesia is once again considered COVID-19 free.
This comes soon after the World Health Organization reported that the only confirmed case COVID-19 in the FSM was deemed to be negative and historical after subsequent antibody and antigen tests. The first case was discovered through a PCR test on Jan. 7 in a returning vessel. Historical means the patient had a prior infection but has already recovered.
“This is great news for the people and government of the FSM,” said FSM President David W. Panuelo in a statement. “It is a testament to the continued dedication of our national and state medical teams, who have been collaborating diligently, and in partnership with our friends and allies at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention and the World Health Organization. While the government’s top priority at this moment is the implementation of the COVID-19 vaccination program, it is worth taking a moment to thank the collective efforts of our nation’s medical experts, and our international bilateral and multilateral partners, for their tireless efforts to keep our nation safe.” (PR)
