Tajikistan starts vaccination against Covid-19

AKIPRESS.COM - Vaccination against coronavirus infection has started today in Tajikistan in line with the order of President Emomali Rahmon.
The vaccination begins with phased immunization of vulnerable groups of population.
Citizens may choose what vaccine they prefer for vaccination. Vaccination will be voluntary and free of charge, Deputy Health MInister Samariddin Alizoda said.
Medical workers, workers of vital companies, citizens above 60 years and people with chronic diseases will be vaccinated first.
Tajikistan received 192,000 doses of Astra-Zeneca vaccine from India known as CoviShield through COVAX program on March 8.
Local media reported earlier Tajikistan intends to register Sputnik V vaccine and China's CoronaVac vaccine.