Expert urges reassessment of COVID-19 booster shots for health workers
An infectious disease expert and member of the Vaccine Expert Panel on Monday urged a reassessment of giving COVID-19 booster doses to health workers.
Dr. Rontgene Solante said data shows waning immunity after six months with Sinovac, which is the vaccine most health workers received.
Solante noted that there are moderate numbers of healthcare workers getting sick despite being fully vaccinated, though symptoms are mild.
However, even mild cases require 14-day isolation, affecting hospital performance and healthcare delivery.
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