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DOH studies booster inclusion on fully vaxxed status
The Department of Health (DOH) is exploring the inclusion of COVID-19 booster shots as part of the primary vaccination series.
Health Undersecretary Myrna Cabotaje confirmed that they are reviewing the possibility of making boosters a requirement for entering offices and workstations.
This move comes after Presidential Adviser for Entrepreneurship Joey Concepcion suggested redefining 'fully vaccinated' to include booster doses due to low booster uptake.
Concepcion also proposed requiring booster cards for entry into enclosed establishments starting in June.
Cabotaje indicated that the DOH might encourage the need for a booster dose and potentially require booster cards.
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