Roumieh prison is the largest prison with around 3,500 inmates (around 60% of total inmates). A
medical centre is established in Roumieh, with nurses and general physicians available 24/7. Prisons,
particularly Roumieh, suffer shortage of medical staff especially nurses. This situation hinders
equitable access to timely health (and mental health) care to all inmates.
The first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Lebanon was reported on 21 February 2020. To date, the
positive cases reached more than 2,800; and no confirmed COVID-19 cases are reported in Roumieh
central prison. The Internal Secu