DOH to seek EUA for 4th COVID-19 vaccine dose

The DOH plans to seek an amended emergency use authorization (EUA) for a fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine after completing discussions with experts.

Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire stated that the Vaccine Expert Panel has made recommendations regarding the second booster shot for specific priority groups, including senior citizens and immunocompromised individuals.

Vergeire noted that once talks are finalized, an amended EUA will be filed to administer the fourth dose to these priority groups.

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