Manila Bulletin
Mandaluyong City starts vaccination of minors against COVID-19
San Juan City has commenced its vaccination drive for minors aged 12 to 17, following the Inter-Agency Task Force's approval for vaccinating this age group.
Mayor Francis Zamora led the inoculation of 140 minors with comorbidities at Cardinal Santos Medical Center, anticipating the potential resumption of face-to-face classes.
Mandaluyong City also began its vaccination program for minors aged 12 to 17 on Friday, October 22, 2021.
This expansion follows the IATF's decision to increase the number of hospitals designated as pediatric vaccination sites in Metro Manila, with 25 additional facilities now available.
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