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Discussions underway to redefine 'fully vaxxed': NVOC
The National Vaccination Operations Center (NVOC) is discussing the possibility of redefining "fully vaccinated" to include a COVID-19 booster shot requirement.
NVOC chairperson Dr. Myna Cabotaje stated that the current definition of "fully vaccinated" relies on completing the primary vaccine series, as per the World Health Organization (WHO).
This potential change aims to encourage more Filipinos to get their booster shots by potentially updating the criteria for being considered fully vaccinated.
Discussions include reviewing studies to motivate citizens to receive their third dose for additional protection against COVID-19.
National Task Force (NTF) against Covid-19 chief, Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr., previously highlighted that increased booster administration has contributed to the decline of COVID-19 cases in the Philippines.
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