The COVID-19 pandemic in Armenia has severely affected older people in terms of their life and health, social and economic situation. The outbreak in Armenia was rapid and the state of emergency was long-lasting for the entire country, later replaced by quarantine.
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Budapest/Geneva, 13 January 2021 – The COVID-19 pandemic is having catastrophic health, social and...
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COVID-19 poses an increased risk of morbidity, mortality and indirect social consequences that profoundly
affect older people and people with underlying health conditions. Evidence indicates that the impacts of the virus are being
borne disproportionately by poor and older people.
The IFRC is working alongside both Armenian Red Cross Society and Azerbaijan Red Crescent...
Read MoreThe project aims to strengthen the resilience of local communities of South Caucasus countries to reduce the negative impacts of disasters and crises on health, including through pandemic preparedness, epidemic
control, water hygiene and sanitation, response to mass-casualty events, first aid, psychosocial support.
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is the world's largest humanitarian network and is guided by seven Fundamental Principles: Humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, universality and unity.
