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Red Cross makes vaccines accessible even in far-flung areas
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is continuing its "Bakuna Bus" initiative, deploying mobile vaccination units to various locations in support of local government vaccination programs.
The program aims to reach individuals in remote communities and expedite the national vaccination drive against COVID-19.
On March 10, the PRC vaccinated 3,375 individuals in Marikina, Navotas, Laguna, Aklan, Capiz, Lucena City, and Lapu-Lapu City.
As of March 12, the PRC has administered 215,353 doses this year, fully vaccinating 63,357 individuals through 17 Bakuna Buses and 26 Bakuna Centers.
PRC Chairman and CEO Sen. Dick Gordon emphasized the importance of vaccination, urging the public to get their shots even with the decrease in reported COVID-19 cases.
PRC hopes to increase people's confidence in vaccines and reduce hesitancy.
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