the matter, and ensure that the official authorities in the Kingdom follow up
on his condition.
6. In the same context, the NIHR has monitored a number of cases through
social media on the unreasonable delays in arrival of the national
ambulance service to critical cases infected with Covid-19. Among those
cases, are the cases of two women infected with Covid-19 and suffering
from lack of oxygen as well as other diseases who were refused admission
to the Salmaniya Medical Complex when they arrived by private
transportation. In addition, there was news about a citizen infected with the
Covid-19 who died because the Salmaniya Medical Complex was not able
to provide him with a bed for two days. Another monitoring case was about
the delay of the national ambulance in returning an elderly woman after
completing her dialysis session. The NIHR followed up with the competent
authorities, where the necessary measures were taken to provide
treatment for both women.
7. In addition, the NIHR monitored the case of a female citizen who was
discriminated against and prevented from entering a store located outside
the mall because she is not vaccinated against Covid-19. The COVID-19
Alert Level Traffic Light was yellow at the time, which allows the opening
of many activities and sectors for non-vaccinated people, including stores
located outside commercial complexes.
8. Moreover, the NIHR monitored through social media a complaint related
to denying entry to shops for individuals who have received two shots of
vaccine in the Gulf countries. One of the persons showed proof of
receiving two doses of vaccination in the State of Kuwait when trying to
enter a restaurant, yet he was denied entry. He indicated that he could not
benefit from BeAware application, which cast a shadow over his
guaranteed rights, including entering shops, markets and other facilities.
9. Accordingly, the NIHR addressed the Supreme Council of Health
regarding the above two cases. In its reply, the Supreme Council explained
that some private sector entities do not abide by the conditions and
mechanism of the COVID-19 Alert Level Traffic Light, including for
example allowing those who are not vaccinated to enter when the Alert
Level is green. Complaints about these cases are received through official
channels, and the Supreme Council communicates with these entities to
clarify the instructions, but the decision remains with the private sector if
they wish to step up measures to ensure the safety of visitors. In addition,
the National Taskforce gives tourists entering the Kingdom of Bahrain
through all ports of entry a card stating that they have obtained the
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