Duration for COVID’s precaution dose reduced

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaJuly 8, 2022

Taking strong note of the rise of COVID-19 cases in Meghalaya, the Meghalaya Health Department has reduced the duration of precaution dose with immediate effect and also appealed to the people to come forward and take the dose.

The duration between 2nd Dose and Precaution Dose is reduced to 6 months or 26 weeks from 9 months or 39 weeks.

The measure has been taken in view of the evolving scientific evidence, and global practices, ‘Standing Technical Sub Committee’ (STSC) of ‘National Technical Advisory Group on Immunization’ (NTAGI).

The Committee has recommended to revise the duration between 2nd Dose and Precautionary dose from existing 9 months or 39 weeks to 6 months or 26 weeks.

All beneficiaries from 18 to 59 years can avail the Precaution dose at Private Covid Vaccination Centers (Woodland Hospital).

Government CVCs will cater to Health Care Workers, Front Line Workers and 60+ beneficiaries free of charge. Corresponding changes have been made in the CoWIN system to facilitate the new dispensation.