DOH distributes 390K bivalent COVID-19 vaccines, plans launch
The Department of Health (DOH) distributed 390,000 bivalent COVID-19 vaccines donated by Lithuania to regional offices on Wednesday, June 14.
The DOH plans to launch the vaccine rollout on June 21 at the Philippine Heart Center, prioritizing healthcare workers and senior citizens who have received their second booster shots within the last four to six months.
Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa noted that while the current supply is limited, it will be distributed to select health facilities with a focus on vulnerable populations such as the elderly and those with comorbidities.
The DOH is also negotiating to procure additional bivalent vaccine doses due to the limited availability of the donated vaccines.
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