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COVID-19 first dose administered to more than 100% of NCR target population

The National Capital Region (NCR) has administered the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to more than 100% of the target population according to Cabinet Sec. and acting Presidential Spokesperson Karlo Nograles during the Presidential Spokesperson public briefing on Tuesday, Nov. 16.

FDA approves use of Novovax’s Covovax vaccine

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday (Nov. 17) approved the emergency use authorization (EUA) of Novovax’s SARS-CoV-2 rS Protein Nanoparticle Vaccine (Covovax) COVID-19 vaccine.

DILG: Establishments who do not follow protocols may get Safety Seal revoked

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Wednesday (Nov. 17) said establishments that do not follow the health and safety protocols may get their Safety Seals revoked.

Indoor mask mandate to be lifted for US capital

WASHINGTON - The indoor mask mandate will be lifted for Washington, D.C., the U.S. capital city, beginning Nov. 22, the city's mayor announced Tuesday (Nov. 16).

DOH: Healthcare workers can pick vax brand for booster dose

Fully vaccinated healthcare workers who opt to get a booster shot can choose their preferred COVID-19 vaccine brand, the Department of Health (DOH) said.

Northern Samar island town achieves 85% vaccination

The island town of Capul in Northern Samar has achieved 85% coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination coverage, the highest among 24 municipalities in the province, the Department of Health (DOH) reported on Tuesday.

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