Coronavirus vaccination centres to remain open on Labour Day
By
A health care worker administers the coronavirus vaccine on an elderly citizen. Photo: File
Considering the rise in coronavirus cases, the government has decided to keep COVID-19 vaccination centres open on Labour Day (May 1).
"In view of the need to continue our vaccine drive, COVID vaccine centres will be open on May 1," said Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Health Dr Faisal Sultan.
The decision comes a day after, National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) head Asad Umar announced that Pakistan will be starting the vaccination of people falling within the age group of 40-49 years from Monday, May 3.