The vaccination plan for children aged 5-11 was presented by the National Vaccination Advisory Committee. The first receipt of vaccines will take place on Monday, December 13. The vaccination process for children will begin on Thursday, December 16. CLOSE
The centers where the vaccinations will be carried out in each province are the following:
According to the data provided, as of December 5, 2021, 29,540 pediatric confirmed cases have been recorded. covid-19 in Cyprus, while 30% of the total number of cases in recent weeks concern children 0-18 years old. At the same time, it was noted that cases in children aged 5-11 are on the rise.
During the period 4/10 to 5/12, the number of cases has increased in all age groups and especially in that of 5-11 years, where the cases are 9 times more.
The General Director of the Ministry of Health and President of the National Committee, Christina Giannaki, stated:
"Vaccination, the observance of self-protection measures are our weapons to safeguard the good of public health and it does not allow compromises against any cycles of denial and delay. The growing number of cases is putting pressure on hospitals and healthcare workers. Vaccines, a strong shield and a key tool in stopping the pandemic. "
He noted that the proposal for vaccination of children aged 5-11 years will be submitted to the Council of Ministers on Monday for approval.
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