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DOH-12 eyes wider vax coverage among general population
Rural health units in Soccsksargen have begun vaccinating the general adult population against COVID-19, expanding coverage beyond priority groups.
As of October 5, a total of 1,099,518 doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered in the region, with 538,211 residents fully vaccinated and 561,307 awaiting their second doses.
DOH-12 is targeting to capture more eligible individuals among the general adult population in the expanded mass vaccination.
Various vaccine brands are being utilized depending on supply availability.
The expansion follows President Duterte's approval to vaccinate the general population after prioritizing essential groups.
Registration for individuals aged 12 to 17 years old has also commenced.
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