BUENOS AIRES, Feb. 25 (Xinhua) -- Improved epidemiological situation against COVID-19 is allowing Argentina to consolidate its economic recovery and strengthen other health areas, said Health Minister Carla Vizzotti on Friday.

The official said that during the pandemic, the South American country made progress "like never before in the integration of the health system," according to a statement from the ministry released Friday.

"We worked with all sectors to confront the pandemic: jurisdictions, the social security system, the private system and the university system," Vizzotti said.

The minister explained that during preventive and mandatory social isolation, the government supported the private sector and the most vulnerable people with a significant budget.

However, Vizzotti noted, "we still have to see how everything evolves in the next few months, but it's true that Argentina is recovering its economy, with economic growth of 10 percent in 2021."

"Now that we are in a better epidemiological situation, we have the opportunity to reinforce other relevant health areas, such as mental health, chronic diseases and regular checkups," the official stressed. Enditem

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