App should make getting a jab more convenient, and make sure all available places are used efficiently.
Alvis Lo Iek Long
SSM calls for further investigation after possible link detected between AstraZeneca and blood clots.
A highly experienced consultant pulmonologist, Lo has played a major role in shaping the government’s Covid-19 strategy.
Alvis Lo – who has fronted Covid-19 press conferences – takes over as head of the Health Bureau as the former director moves to a specialist role.
Test quota upped to 27,000 daily, and will now cost MOP 90; staff at public bodies are urged to get their Covid-19 jabs altogether, casino workers are next in line.
Alvis Lo Iek Long will replace Lei Chin Ion as director of the Health Bureau early next month.
More than 12,000 queue up for their shot, as health officials report no adverse effects and exhort residents to protect themselves as soon as possible.
Macao’s Covid-19 vaccination drive is on a roll, with 2,000 volunteers inoculated already and thousands more signed up for their first jab.
Free immunisations will cover non-resident workers and students too.