Rivers Begins Administration Of COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Doses

The Rivers State Government has announced the commencement of administration of COVID-19 vaccine booster doses in the state.
A statement by the Rivers State Primary Health Care Management Board, last Monday, said that individuals 18 years and above who have been vaccinated with two doses of either AstraZeneca or Moderna or a single dose of Johnson & Johnson vaccines were eligible for the booster jab.
“An individual is eligible for a booster dose from six months after AstraZeneca or Moderna 2nd dose; and two months after a single J&J vaccine dose.
“The booster doses further enhance protection against moderate to severe disease from all variants of the COVID-19 virus and prolong immunity to the disease”, the statement said.
According to the board, “Booster doses will be available at the following locations in Rivers State from December 27, 2021- the Government House Clinic, Rivers State Primary Health Care Management Board (RSPHCMB), Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH), University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), Obio Cottage Hospital, Military Hospital, all local government area Headquarters.
“COVID-19 vaccines are effective, safe and free of charge.
“For more enquiries please call 09057106835”, the statement added.

By: Nelson Chukwudi