COVID-19 Task Force spokesperson Dr. Michelle Schlosser in an interview with Davao City Disaster Radio said that there were no major adverse reactions recorded as of February 15.
“We have not received any report of any adverse event in our five to 11 vaccination. However, there were minor adverse events that were expected,” Schlosser said.
Schlosser said the city targets to vaccinate 269,121 in the youngest population age group.
Schlosser however admitted that there were common minor adverse reactions experienced by the vaccinated children at the inoculation site like fever, body pain, or headache.
She said there were no cases of hyperactivity or anything that merited hospitalization.
Schlosser assured the parents that they have not recorded any major adverse events or major adverse reactions.
The city aims to roll out the pediatric vaccination for five to 11 years old on February 21 in special sites, including the Almendras Gym, San Roque Elementary School, Vicente Hizon Elementary School, depending on the vaccination supply and logistics.
The city's special sites and district vaccination sites for the five to 11 population will also try to be as friendly, playful, and less threatening.
Schlosser said the Southern Philippines Medical Center, the Davao Medical School Foundation (DMSF), and the Seamen's Hospital have set up their sites as a pleasing environment for the children.
During the first day of the SPMC rollout, kids were seen enjoying the food cart treats, magic show, and photo booth, among other kid attractions.
Davao Doctors Hospital has started its pediatric vaccination for five to 11 years old children Thursday, February 17.
The local government continuously urges parents and guardians to convince their children of the need to avail of the COVID-19 vaccine for their protection.
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