Booster shot protocols reviewed to include eligible citizens 18 and over who are fully vaccinated
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Following an approval by the Government Executive Committee, the National Medical Taskforce for Combatting the Coronavirus (COVID-19), has announced the approval of a booster shot for those 18 years of age and above, who have received a second shot of the Pfizer-BioNTech, AstraZeneca (Covishield), or Sputnik V vaccine at least six months ago.
Eligible individuals could opt for the Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine as booster shot, or the same vaccine they have received for their first and second doses, as a booster shot.
The Taskforce noted that those aged 18 to 39, who have taken the second dose of the Sinopharm vaccine at least three months ago, can take a booster shot, instead of the initial recommendation of 6 months.
The Taskforce further announced the approval of a second dose of a the Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine for individuals who have recovered from COVID-19, and have obtained one does of the Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine.
The Taskforce further added that individuals who have recovered from the COVID-19, can receive a vaccine three months from the date of infection, and a booster dose 12 months from the date of infection.
The Taskforce noted that the vaccination protocols were developed in line with the Kingdom of Bahrain's comprehensive efforts to combat COVID-19 and protect public health.
To register for a vaccine or booster shot, please visit the BeAware application or the Ministry of Health's website on healthalert.gov.bh.
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