All residents who are double-jabbed and over 65 will be eligible, even those with a certificate of inability from the Health Bureau.
elderly vaccination
Social Welfare Bureau Director Hon Wai praises 47% rise in vaccinations but says there is still room for improvement.
Operating all day until 5:30 pm, the vaccination station is specifically aimed at the elderly and infirm living nearby; volunteers on hand to assist with transport.
Health officials stress evidence from Hong Kong that getting inoculated is best way to prevent serious condition or death.
Vaccination rates among city’s oldest and youngest residents now hovering around 30%, health chief reports.
Campaign by volunteers and Social Welfare Bureau staff pays off as more elderly residents agree to get vaccinated against novel coronavirus.
Phone campaign targets senior citizens, while schools regularly quiz parents whether their children have been vaccinated against Covid-19.
Civil servants join gaming operator staff in being granted leave to take old or young relatives for Covid-19 vaccination.