Concepcion welcomes boosters for kids aged 12-17

Presidential Adviser Joey Concepcion has welcomed the Health Technology Assessment Council's decision to provide booster shots against COVID-19 for children aged 12 to 17.

Concepcion urged HTAC to approve boosters ahead of in-person classes resuming in August, citing concerns over waning vaccine efficacy and the need for extra protection.

The DOH is now preparing for the inoculation of booster shots for this age group, following Concepcion's disappointment with the initial delay.

He also called on HTAC to allow second boosters for individuals aged 50-59, citing their economic productivity and importance in sustaining immunity.