Mexico’s plan for COVID – 19 vaccination is the highlight of this Cozumel Sun Special Report. Sadly, the Cancelation of Cozumel Carnival 2021 has been announced. Also in this issue, The Traditional Christmas Foods in Cozumel and a reminder of How you can Help the people of Cozumel.
Mexico’s plan for COVID – 19 Vaccination
The Secretary of Health announced today, December 8, how the vaccination plan will be and the time it will take to apply the vaccine. vaccination will start with health personnel and subsequently be prioritized according to the level of risk of having severe COVID as it may be age and comorbidities. (The persons at high risk with diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, etc.). it is expected that by the first trimester of 2022 the vaccination of the entire population of the Republic of Mexico will conclude.
Mexico’s plan for Covid – 19 vaccination
Stage One
December 2020 – February 2021
Health personnel and COVID-19 first line of combatants.
Stage Two
February 2021 – April 2021
The remaining Health Personnel and people age 60 and over
Stage Three
April 2021 – May 2021
Persons 50 – 59 years of age
Stage Four
May 2021 – June 2021
Persons 40 – 49 years of age
Stage Five
June 2021- March 2022
The rest of the population
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Confirmed, Cozumel Carnival 2021 Is Cancelled!
#Carnaval2021 #cozumel #fliptours
By unanimity of votes of the Permanent Consultative Council, endorsed by the Municipal Council, the 2021. #CarnivalCozumel is cancelled.
We continue with our vision that health comes first, in the face of the pandemic caused by COVID – 19; no massive events. However important it may be, is above the well-being of #Cozumel residents and visitors, Pedro Joaquin said.
Similar measures were taken during the meetings in the destinations of Mazatlán, Campeche, and Veracruz; as well as, internationally, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and Barranquilla, Colombia.
Traditional Christmas Foods in Cozumel!
The Cozumel Sun just published Traditional Christmas Foods in Cozumel, just in time for the Holidays. Check it out at: https://www.thecozumelsun.com/category/cozumel-favorite-recipes/
How You Can Help Cozumel This Christmas
with Elsie Howell and Sheri Jo Howel
How You Can Help Cozumel This Christmas
You may visit any of the community kitchens if you are in Cozumel.
For example, you can drop off a supermarket gift card, food, or cash at any of the listed community kitchen locations.
In addition, you can Volunteer to help. There is a lot of work involved in cooking in large quantities to feed hundreds of peopkle daily.. Firstly, there is shopping for ingredients at the lowest price. Secondly the preparation of the food. Thirdly is the cooking, followed by the serving. Lastly, there is the cleaning.
How You Can Help Cozumel This Christmas
Likewise, you can Donate Through The Cozumel Sun. The Cozumel Sun accepts donations 0nly for the community Kitchens of Brenda Briceño Can and Jorge Moreno, and ofcourse, TCS. Donating is easy, just click on TCS´s PayPal Donate button on our home page. TCS will absorb the PayPal fees and the 16% IVA taxes for the two community kitchens.
Importantly, please designate where and how your donation is to be distributed, or simply specify “where it is needed”.
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The Cozumel Sun Community Assistance
During the past years TCS has raised funds for Groceries, Medical Emergencies, Medicine, Clothing, School related expenses, and repairing shelters.
In addition, we have a “”drop in” meal policy, we feed the hungry no questions asked. Children in the immediate (Colonia Independencia) and surrounding neighborhoods are our priority. However, we have never turned anyone in need away.
We also publish articles that feature community programs in need of donations and volunteers. We encourage both residents and visitors to volunteer and donate to existing community programs.
The Cozumel Sun sponsors several Local families on an ongoing basis. Over the past years we set up a few start-up businesses. The goal is to train and assist some families to become self-sufficient. For years we ran an ongoing garage sale as a means of raising funds. Consequently, we need your support.
TCS has successfuly matched those that want to help and those in need for many years.
Our Community Store
Papeleria y Novedades Mama Lilly was started by the Cozumel Sun. This community store is now 100% operated by the Martínez family. The Papeleria sells office and school supplies. You will also find Avon, Gifts, and Novelty items. In addition, they offer internet, FAX, and telephone access. Services include Copying, Printing, Lamination, and Book Binding.
The Cozumel Sun functions ON DONATIONS ONLY. Please lend your support. Help us continue to serve the people of Cozumel.
During the Pandemic, our resources have been extended to the Community Kitchens that are feeding hundreds in Cozumel.
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Hola Aurita!
You talk about the vaccinations but not how much they will cost. Are the locals able to afford them? Free? Or maybe subsidized by the government. Just curious as it seems no one mentions that part either here or in the States. Love your newsletters!!! Say hi to Sharon too!
Hello Carol! Good to hear from you! Mexico purchased their vaccines earlier this year. They are FREE! Thank heavens! As I get more info I will pass it on! Thank You very much! Sharon says hi!