Quezon City health workers get COVID-19 booster shots

Health care workers in Quezon City have begun receiving their COVID-19 booster shots, prioritizing those who were among the first to be vaccinated.

An initial 5,000 healthcare workers, including non-medical personnel, are scheduled to receive their additional doses.

Vaccination sites are located at Rosa Susano Elementary School, Pinyahan Elementary School, and Don Alejandro Roces Science Technology High School.

The Department of Health states that booster shots are available for individuals who received their second dose at least six months ago, with a three-month interval for the Janssen vaccine.

Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte emphasized the importance of booster shots for healthcare workers due to their continuous exposure to the virus.

Healthcare workers are required to register for their booster shots through the qcvaxeasy portal.

Quezon City has already achieved its target for population protection, with over 1.8 million residents fully vaccinated as of November 21.

Additionally, 157,491 minors aged 12 to 17 have received their first doses.