Regarding the idea of giving priority to the new coronavirus vaccine to athletes in preparation for the Tokyo Olympics, which is less than half a year before the opening, WHO = World Health Organization said, "At present, even the people at the highest risk have not been reached." , Showed a skeptical view.
Ryan, who oversees WHO's crisis response, said at a press conference on the 25th.
When asked if athletes competing in the Tokyo Olympics should be vaccinated preferentially, Ryan said he did not deny holding the Games, saying, "Currently, vaccines are even for those at the highest risk. It's not perfect. "
At this point, he was skeptical about giving priority to athletes, saying that they should be given first to healthcare professionals and the elderly.
Regarding vaccines, IOC = International Olympic Committee Chairman Bach said when he came to Japan last November, "If the situation is ready, IOC will bear the cost of vaccination," and is actively involved in vaccination of athletes. Earlier this month, the IOC's oldest Pound committee member said that athletes should be given priority in vaccination.
Also, according to Agence France-Presse, the chairman of the French Olympic Committee, Massegria, said on the 25th that unvaccinated athletes would be in a very difficult situation, requiring two weeks of quarantine and morning and evening inspections. There is a widespread view that vaccination is the key to hosting the tournament.
The IOC will discuss vaccination policies at the board meeting on the 27th.