Geochang-gun Surpasses 40.7% First Dose COVID-19 Vaccination Rate

Accelerating Vaccine Vaccination for Herd Immunity Formation with 81% Vaccination Target Achieved by All Residents

COVID-19 Vaccination Center Exterior [Image Source=Geochang-gun]

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Choi Soon-kyung] Geochang-gun, Gyeongnam announced that as of 00:00 on the 18th, out of 53,424 residents aged 18 and over, 21,768 have received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, reaching a vaccination rate of 40.7%, and among them, 5,908 have completed the second dose.

For the elderly aged 75 and over, who were the first to start vaccination, the first dose vaccination rate for the COVID-19 vaccine is 93.6%, and for those aged 60 to 64, it is 76.5%. Starting from July, the focus will be on vaccinating residents under 60 years old.

Online advance reservations can be made through the vaccination website, where individuals can select a vaccination center located in any region regardless of their address, and choose the date and time. Reservations can only be made online via mobile or other means by the individual or their guardian.

Gu In-mo, the mayor of Geochang-gun, stated, “We will safely proceed with vaccinations until all residents are fully vaccinated and thoroughly monitor for adverse reactions,” and urged, “As confirmed cases continue to occur, please strictly adhere to daily quarantine guidelines.”

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