Ho Chi Minh City starts vaccinating children against COVID-19

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Students from three high schools throughout Cu Chi district gather at an inoculation site from 7 a.m. on October 27.

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Each student is required to complete a healthcare declaration form ahead of being vaccinated against COVID-19.

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They have their health checked prior to inoculation in line with the vaccination guidelines set out by the Health Ministry.

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Only those with the written consent of their parents or legal guardians can be vaccinated.

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Students patiently wait their turn while maintaining a safe distance to prevent the potential spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Pfizer vaccine is used to immunise children aged between 16 and 17 against COVID-19.

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The first group of students are eager to receive certificates showing they have had the COVID-19 vaccine. Nguyen Thanh Huy (L) says he feels happy to get the vaccination as it helps to protect the health of both himself and his family against the pandemic.