Expectations for large-scale inoculation by specialists "Individual inoculation by family doctor"

Regarding the large-scale inoculation of the government starting from the 24th in Tokyo and Osaka, experts expressed their expectation that the inoculation would proceed, and said, "For elderly people who cannot come to the venue, it is necessary to proceed with individual inoculation by family doctors. There is. "

Kazuhiro Tateda professor of a member of the subcommittee of the government Toho University, for the large-scale vaccination of the vaccine, if large-scale vaccination is Hajimare in that standing is a certain prospect to supply itself of "vaccine, a lot in a short period of time people Will be able to receive vaccinations, and I hope that delayed vaccinations will progress. "

He pointed out, "Since it may be difficult for elderly people living in remote areas to use it, it is necessary to proceed with individual vaccinations in the area with the cooperation of family doctors."

In addition, regarding the fact that surplus vaccines are being discarded in some local governments, "I think that some local governments are forced to make difficult decisions regarding the handling of surplus vaccines while emphasizing equality." While showing a certain understanding, he pointed out that "the important thing is not to waste the vaccine, and it is important to decide in advance what kind of person to inoculate, such as the staff at the inoculation site and the elderly in the area, when there is a surplus." Did.

In addition, regarding the fact that clusters at karaoke and dinner venues are occurring one after another in various places, "Many people are tired due to long-term restrictions due to the state of emergency. We can expect a decrease in the number of vaccines, so it is necessary to share the goal of "until then somehow control the infection."

On top of that, for the younger generation, "The highly infectious mutant virus is spreading, and the risk of infection and aggravation is increasing even in the younger generation. I want you to be aware that you may infect people around you without knowing it, and to refrain from contacting people around you even if you have mild symptoms such as discomfort in your throat. "