Foreigners receive COVID-19 vaccines in Ho Chi Minh City

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A volunteer in ward 1 of Tan Binh district instructs foreigners to fill in their healthcare declaration forms ahead of getting vaccinated against COVID-19.

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All foreigners closely follow the Ministry of Health’s 5K message whilst at the inoculation site.

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Approximately 18,000 foreigners from 106 countries and territories globally who are currently residing in District 7 will have the chance to receive an injection to protect themselves from the virus. So far, 50% of them have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

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The move represents one part of the southern city’s plan to maintain its ongoing vaccination campaign, which aims to inject 70% of people aged 18 and above with vaccines by the end of August.

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Foreigners are required to wear face masks and use hand sanitizer before entering the inoculation site.

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All arrivals have their body temperature measured.

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Healthcare declarations are also required at the inoculation site.

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Foreigners are thoroughly checked and given consultation before receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

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The authorities of all districts and Thu Duc city arrange different times for injection in order to limit gatherings and prevent the potential spread of the pandemic.