COVID booster shots could begin in the Philippines on November 15

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Booster shots on Filipino health workers, senior citizens and the immuno-compromised could begin on November 15, the Philippine government reveals.


Highlights
  • Booster shots and third dose against COVID-19 vaccine could begin on November 15.
  • The Philippine government is now focused on vaccinating young people aged 12 to 17, with or without comorbidities.
  • Metro Manila's alert level is further downgraded to Two; general curfew has also been lifted.
The guidelines is expected to be released this Friday, November 5.

 


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