Malaysia now considers giving booster Covid-19 vaccine shots due to the fast-spreading delta variant. An expert committee has been set up to conduct the need assessment for a third shot and the recommendation is expected to be given by the end of September.
46% of Malaysians have been fully vaccinated as of Aug 31. While some states including Sabah and Perak are still lacking behind on vaccine coverage.
Malaysia is not the only country that now considers the need for booster shots. Singapore is eyeing a third jab for some segments of the population, while Indonesia only provided booster shots for health care workers. To read more, please click
Source: Bangkok Post
