Manila resumes vax program for comorbidities

The Manila city government resumed its COVID-19 vaccination program on Black Saturday, prioritizing individuals aged 18 to 59 with comorbidities.

The vaccination drive aims to address the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the country.

Residents with various comorbidities, including chronic respiratory disease, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes, are eligible for vaccination.

As of Saturday morning, 3,091 individuals from the A3 category had been vaccinated.

The city established vaccination sites in two schools within each of its six districts to facilitate the inoculation process.

Healthcare workers under the A1 category can also get vaccinated by presenting their PRC license.

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