Philippines needs 2M-3M bivalent jabs to protect health workers, seniors
An infectious diseases expert stated that two to three million doses of bivalent COVID-19 vaccines are needed to protect healthcare workers and senior citizens.
The Philippines received 391,000 donated doses from Lithuania over the weekend, which is insufficient for the targeted population.
Dr. Rontgene Solante noted the importance of bivalent vaccines in providing protection against current variants like BA.2 and its subvariants.
Solante expressed hope for additional donations from COVAX Facility to meet the required dosage.
The DOH received the first batch of bivalent vaccines on Saturday, with negotiations for more supplies ongoing.
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