With the delta variant continuing to pose a significant threat to the world, regular Covid-19 vaccinations may become the new normal, said a health expert. He said it is possible that people may need regular booster shots each year to make sure we continue to be protected. However, he said if newer versions of the Covid vaccine targeting the Delta variant are developed, it may further extend the time for another booster jab. Experts from two Department of Health scientific committees on Wednesday night recommended that people with weak immunity and others facing high risks from the coronavirus should get a third Covid-19 shot. People who received the Beijing-made Sinovac vaccine can switch to German-made BioNTech shots for the booster, with studies showing the BioNTech jabs can produce a higher antibody level.

Source: The Standard October 28, 2021 14:40 UTC