In Rep. Moldova, Covid-19 vaccine booster dose will be reduced from 6 to 4 months
In the Republic of Moldova, the administration of the booster dose of Covid-19 vaccine will be reduced from 6 to 4 months. The decision follows several recommendations and recommendations that show that after 20 weeks from the second dose of vaccine its effectiveness decreases and was announced at a conference organized by the State University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Nicolae Testemitanu, transmits Radio . Chisinau.
Several studies conducted in the United Kingdom, the United States, but also in Argentina, show that the effectiveness of vaccine doses decreases after 12-20 weeks. Thus, specialists recommended that the interval for the administration of the third dose of vaccine be shortened to 4 months. This recommendation comes in the context of the spread of the Omicron variant and the increase in the number of infections, especially among children. Laura Țurcan, epidemiologist at the National Public Health Agency.
“Based on the studies and strong arguments of the countries with the application of the booster dose after four months, Rep. Moldova will also adjust the administration period from six months to four months for the following types of vaccine: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca and Sputnik. ”
In the context of the increasing number of infections, especially among children, specialists appeal and urge the population to continue to immunize and vaccinate children older than 12 years. Vaccination campaign coordinator Ninel Revenco.
“Vaccination will protect you from a serious illness, from resuscitation and intensive care. This remains the safest and most effective way to stop the Covid-19 pandemic. All caregivers, parents, need to know only by vaccinating eligible people and children over the age of 12, we will prevent the disease of children by 90 percent.
According to the authorities, in Rep. Moldova’s full-time vaccination rate has reached 30 percent.