Regarding the third vaccination of the new corona vaccine, Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Goto intends to complete the vaccination of residents of facilities for the elderly, who are at high risk of aggravation, by the end of this month at a subcommittee of the Budget Committee of the House of Representatives. Was shown.
At a subcommittee of the Budget Committee of the House of Representatives held on the 16th, Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Goto said, "For those who wish," regarding the completion time of vaccination for residents of facilities for the elderly, etc., regarding the third vaccination of the new corona vaccine. We are working hard to complete the vaccination by the end of February. We are aiming for it as a goal. "
In addition, Shigeru Omi, chairman of the government subcommittee, pointed out that the spread of infection in nursing homes is a factor in increasing the number of severely ill people. First of all, we should concentrate on the promotion of medical personnel, such as going out. "
In addition, Chairman Omi said that the peak number of severely ill people would come a few weeks after the peak number of infected people. It is important to prioritize the prevention of aggravation during this period, such as by conducting an early examination and linking it to treatment. "