DOH: Only 0.07% of vaccinated experience mild AEFIs

Only 0.07% of individuals vaccinated against COVID-19 have experienced mild adverse events following immunization, according to the DOH.

Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said at a press briefing that the top reactions include pain on the injection site, headaches or dizziness, rashes, body pain, and temporary increase in heartbeat.

Vergeire emphasized that these symptoms are temporary and encouraged people to get vaccinated quickly for protection against COVID-19.

As of May 16, more than 68.6 million individuals have been fully vaccinated, representing 76.3% of the target eligible population.