Maha to postpone vax for 18-44, priority for 45+

May 11, 2021 13:55

Important announcement from Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope: "There is a dearth of vaccines and hence we are considering holding off vaccination drive temporarily for the 18-44 age group. 2.75 lakh vaccine doses left for this group will be used for the 45 years and above age group now. Administering 2nd dose is priority.

"Mucormycosis (black fungus) patients will be treated for free under Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jan Arogya Yojana. Over 2,000 cases have been reported and eight people have died of this infection in the state so far. We are making special wards for these patients.

"Decision over extension of lockdown in the state will be taken in the cabinet meeting tomorrow."

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