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COVID-19 vaccination for 5 to 11 year-olds in NCR eyed on Feb. 4
The Philippines is set to begin vaccinating children aged 5 to 11 against COVID-19, with an initial rollout in Metro Manila eyed for February 4 to 5.
Initial pediatric Pfizer vaccine shipments are expected to arrive between January 31 and February 2.
The vaccination drive will be conducted in 24 designated hospital and non-hospital based facilities within Metro Manila.
The Philippine Medical Association suggested holding vaccinations during weekends to accommodate working parents.
While the initial rollout is limited to Metro Manila, other regions may also conduct pilot implementations upon request.
The Pfizer vaccine is the only brand authorized by the FDA for pediatric immunization in this age group, and it has a lower concentration and dosage for individuals aged 5 to 11 compared to older age groups.
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The Philippines will commence its vaccination program for children aged five to 11 against COVID-19 starting February 4, 2022.
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The Pateros municipal government is targeting to vaccinate 6,000 children aged five to 11 years old.
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Navotas City has opened the online registration for children aged five to 11 years old for COVID-19 vaccination.
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The Department of Health (DOH) reported that approximately 168,355 children aged five to 11 have registered for COVID-19 vaccination in their respective local government units.
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