Manila Bulletin
Mayor Vico urges public to trust medical experts on COVID-19 vaccination
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto urged the public to trust medical experts regarding the Philippines' acquisition of COVID-19 vaccines, noting that many Filipinos have fears about inoculation.
Sotto emphasized the importance of listening to and trusting experts who deem the vaccines safe and effective, stating that vaccination is crucial to eradicate COVID-19.
The Pasig City government is collaborating with the Department of Health (DOH) and the National Task Force against COVID-19 (NTF) to ensure fair vaccine procurement and a synchronized national immunization program.
The city is also coordinating with the DOH for the vaccine deployment system and has begun training its healthcare workers.
Pasig City is prepared for the arrival of COVID-19 vaccines with its human resources and logistical needs already being addressed.
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