Covid 19- Vaccination for teen aged 15-18 begins today; over 16 lakh teens already given first dose
New Delhi: Health authorities across the country began vaccinating teenagers in the age group of 15-18 against COVID-19 on Monday.
Vaccination opened for teens in the 15 to 18 age group today amid a surge of Covid cases in multiple cities. Over 8 lakh teens have registered on the government’s CoWin portal and all will get a dose of Covaxin.
Over 16 lakh teenagers between 15 and 18 have received their first Covid shots as immunisation for the age group started today. The vaccination drive is being carried out in consultation with schools at hospitals and health centres.
