The quarantine authorities said that if the domestic COVID-19 vaccination rate reaches 85%, the spread of the delta-type mutant virus, which has a stronger contagious power than the existing virus, can be suppressed without quarantine measures.
In addition, as the rate of completion of inoculation increases rapidly, it is expected that the decrease in patients will be maintained for the time being.
Kwon Jun-wook, the 2nd deputy head of the Central Quarantine Countermeasures Headquarters, said, "If the vaccination completion rate reaches 85%, the herd immunity will reach about 80%." "In that case, Delta Even mutation is a theoretical foundation that can be overcome without wearing a mask, prohibiting gatherings, or restricting business (for multi-use facilities).”
Regarding the patient outlook, Director Kwon said, "The vaccination rate is rapidly rising thanks to the active participation of the public and the dedication of medical staff.
Regarding the recent decrease in patients, he added, "Even if there is no change in the amount of movement or other factors, the completion rate of vaccination itself is the most important means of distancing, so we believe it is due to the decrease in patients."