Manila Bulletin
More cops agree to get COVID-19 vaccines as PNP steps up info drive
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is intensifying its information drive to encourage its personnel to get vaccinated against COVID-19, addressing hesitancy due to conflicting information, especially from social media.
The PNP is utilizing its exclusive application, PNP Covid-19 Data (CODA), to share videos and fact sheets from the Department of Health (DOH) and other health experts to educate personnel about vaccine benefits and mechanisms.
A survey revealed that initially, 49 percent of PNP personnel expressed doubts about getting vaccinated, with many citing a need for more information or time to decide.
Following the information campaign, the number of personnel unwilling to be vaccinated has decreased to 37 percent, indicating a positive shift in perception among over 26,000 individuals.
Policemen, particularly those on COVID-19 response frontlines, are prioritized for vaccination by the government.
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