App will only be used at health facilities during trial run; travel history will remain on users’ smartphones and will be not be uploaded to Health Bureau database.
Conde de Sao Januario Hospital Centre
Having studied clinical trial data from around the world, Health Bureau launches drive for over-18s who have had both jabs at least six months ago.
The 37-year-old, who was not wearing a safety harness, was pronounced dead at hospital. Authorities promise full investigation and punishment for those responsible.
Investigators believe poor design or faulty materials may be to blame; further work halted while enquiries continue.
More than 80,000 tested, just under 56,000 given the all-clear, full results due shortly. Ongoing ‘high risk’ programme for Nepalese, Vietnamese and others ends tomorrow.
Extra dose would be given to immuno-compromised people or those working in high-risk professional occupations to start with.
Third city-wide NAT close to completion in less than 48 hours; government to reduce number of NAT stations starting tonight.
Health Bureau once again adopts changes to medical care as city embarks on third round of mass nucleic acid testing.
Second citywide programme ends at 3 pm today; health chief warns police will seek out anyone who fails to get tested.