DOH warns of possible mini-surge in BARMM due to low vaccine rate

Health officials warn of possible mini-surge in COVID-19 cases in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region due to low vaccination rate.

The region's fully vaccinated population stands at 32.28%, with challenges including vaccine hesitancy and limited manpower.

To address this, BARMM plans a special vaccination drive in May targeting 70% herd immunity by June.

President Duterte urged Chief Minister Murad Ebrahim to encourage more residents to get vaccinated.

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