Manila Bulletin
Cebuanos will be able to choose which vaccine to take – mayor
Cebu City Mayor Edgardo Labella expressed his willingness to be among the first to be vaccinated with the Sinovac vaccine to show its efficacy and safety to the public.
Labella stated that while he is open to receiving the Sinovac vaccine, he will not force Cebuanos to take it if they are uncomfortable, emphasizing that people should have the option to choose.
He further advised residents to heed the recommendations of the vaccine board he established, which is composed of experts in epidemiological diseases.
The mayor also mentioned that those who prefer vaccines from other manufacturers like Pfizer, AstraZeneca, or Moderna will have to wait for their availability in the city.
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