PUTRAJAYA (Bernama) — Malaysia’s Ministry of Health (MOH) will soon issue a directive on the third booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, especially for the vulnerable and high-risk groups following the recent increase in cases, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
He said there was sufficient stock of vaccines available that effectively protected the public from mutated infections and new COVID-19 variants.
“The booster dose is necessary to protect vulnerable groups including senior citizens and those with comorbidities who are susceptible to risks and harmful effects.
“I told the Cabinet yesterday about the current situation and that we should pay attention (to this),” he told reporters after attending the ministry’s monthly assembly here on Thursday.
It was reported Wednesday that a total of 12,757 COVID-19 cases were reported during the 49th Epidemiological Week from Dec 3 to 9, compared to 6,796 cases the previous week.
