Manila Bulletin
Doing it right: Israeli experts school PH on successful COVID-19 response
Three Israeli health experts arrived in the Philippines on Sunday, June 20, to assist with the country's COVID-19 vaccine rollout and response.
The delegation will share Israel's best practices on aggressive testing, systematic data gathering, and efficient vaccination program rollout.
Discussions will also cover strategies for managing vaccine logistics, preventing wastage, and ensuring timely distribution to provinces.
The team visited vaccination sites and cold storage facilities in Metro Manila during their stay until Friday, June 25.
Israel, which has a high vaccination rate, has shared key strategies to effectively contain virus transmission and reduce active cases within communities.
Vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. emphasized that cooperation between nations is crucial for success against the pandemic.
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