91k minors aged 5-11 vaxxed vs. COVID-19

As of Monday, February 14, the Philippine government has vaccinated around 91,000 minors aged 5 to 11 against COVID-19.

More than 9 million teenagers aged 12 to 17 have also been inoculated.

Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire reported only four children experienced mild adverse events such as pain at the injection site, rashes, slight increase in blood pressure, fever, and vomiting.

Vergeire assured parents that healthcare workers are prepared to handle any adverse effects their children may experience.