Manila Bulletin
'Economic frontliners' to be among the first recipients of COVID-19 vaccines - Galvez
Economic essential workers, specifically those in food industries and social services, are recommended to be prioritized for COVID-19 vaccination in the second quarter of 2021.
This recommendation was made by Metro Manila mayors and supported by vaccine czar Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr.
These economic frontliners are considered critical to protect due to their roles and vulnerability, with many also coming from impoverished sectors.
Healthcare workers will remain the absolute first priority group for vaccination.
The government has allocated P73.2 billion for vaccine procurement, aiming to vaccinate 50 to 70 million individuals within the year.
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