NCSC wants vaccinated seniors out for limited hours

The National Commission on Senior Citizens (NCSC) proposed allowing fully vaccinated senior citizens to go out for limited hours to aid economic recovery and improve their well-being.

NCSC Chairperson Franklin Quijano suggested seniors could be allowed out during the first two hours of operation for establishments like groceries, malls, and pharmacies.

However, Malacañang, through Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque, is urging fully vaccinated seniors to stay home for now as they remain at high risk for COVID-19.

Roque clarified that seniors are not absolutely prohibited from leaving their homes for necessities or exercise.

The national government may consider further relaxing quarantine protocols for seniors once population protection, defined as 50 to 60 percent of the population vaccinated in key areas, is achieved.