Manila Bulletin
DOH eyes 50,000 vaccinators for COVID-19 vaccination program
The Department of Health (DOH) estimates that 50,000 vaccinators are needed for the initial rollout of COVID-19 vaccines to priority groups.
This estimate is based on the number of eligible individuals within the vulnerable sectors designated for the first phase of vaccination.
Frontline healthcare workers, senior citizens, and individuals with comorbidities are prioritized to receive the vaccines.
Currently, over 4,000 individuals have already completed vaccinator training since December, serving as trainers for broader implementation.
The training program is comprehensive, covering preparatory steps and post-vaccination monitoring.
Previously, around 25,000 vaccinators were reported to be undergoing training.
Delays in the delivery of the initial vaccine batch were attributed to concerns regarding indemnification.
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