Above 12-year-old students get COVID jabs in Hsiseng Township

Above 12-year-old students get COVID jabs in Hsiseng Township

29 October 2021

Health officials gave the first dose of COVID-19 vaccines to over 12-year-old students in Hsiseng Township, Pa-O Self-Administered Zone, southern Shan State yesterday.

Health officials measured the body temperatures, blood pressure and monitored oxygen levels before the vaccination.

Hand-washing basins were also set up at the vaccination sites to prevent COVID-19 disease.

Officials also distributed masks and face shields to the students before the vaccination.

Students were allowed to leave after waiting for 30 minutes after the injection.

Students aged 12 and above from basic education schools in the remaining townships will be vaccinated at designated areas accordingly to the COVID-19 regulations, officials said.