By The SUN
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| The 4th dose is available to practically anyone aged 18 and above who wishes to get it |
The government announced
today, May 21, that individuals aged 18 to 59 who have not been infected with Covid-19 may receive a fourth vaccine dose if they are at higher risk of infection, or for personal reasons.
People aged 60 and above have been encouraged to take the fourth jab since April as they are deemed to be at high risk of suffering severe symptoms, or even death.
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The government statement said the second booster jab is available to anyone, whether they had Sinovac or BioNTech for their previous doses.
But the public is reminded that according to expert advice, a fourth dose for those aged 18 to 59 is best taken at least six months from their third dose.
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For those previously infected with Covid-19, they can now they can receive their third dose six months after they have received their second dose or after recovery, whichever is later.
From today until May 25, those who wish to take the fourth dose may go directly to any community vaccination centers, except those located at private or public hospitals and the CVC at Leighton Centre to get a same-day ticket for vaccination.
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Afterwards, or starting at 8 am on May 26, they will have to make an appointment for vaccination through the designated website of the Covid-19 Vaccination Programme (www.covidvaccine.gov.hk).
According to the statement, experts believe that a fourth dose of a Covid-19 vaccine among younger people could provide “transient additional protection against infection and symptomatic diseases.”
Those who may want a second booster are those who need it for studies abroad, or fulfill the requirement for overseas travel.
But it is specially recommended for those with a higher risk of contracting the coronavirus, such as those who work in healthcare settings such as residential care homes or take part in anti-epidemic related work.
Apart from the 26 CVCs and 13 hospital vaccination stations, free vaccination is provided at 43 designated public out-patient clinics, over 1,000 private doctors and clinics providing the Sinovac vaccine, and 75 venues operated by private healthcare institutions providing BioNTech.
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The decision to allow younger people to take the second booster shot is part of the interim recommendations by a committee of experts advising the government on its Covid response.
Their interim consensus may be viewed in the following press release: www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202205/20/P2022052000284.htm
