Sanjay Bumbroo Tribune News Service Mohali February 26 More than 60 per cent health and frontline workers are yet to get the vaccine jab as only 9033 workers of a total 22889 targeted workers have got the vaccine in the district to date. There are 13979 healthcare workers (HCWs) and 8910 frontline workers (FLWs) in the district. About 5562 HCWs and 3471 FLWs have received the first jab since it was introduced across the country on January 16 this year and 2079 HCWs have received the second doze under the drive which began on February 16. However after the spurt in positive cases the Health Department has started receiving good response as 186 HCWs including 28 first timers came forward today to get the vaccine. Similarly 277 FLWs were given the first doze also. The Civil Surgeon Dr Adarshpal Kaur said the vaccination drive was in full swing at seven health facilities in the district and so far no health worker has been affected by vaccination. She said vaccination was being carried out by trained staff under the direct supervision of specialist doctors. Meanwhile the next phase of vaccination is due for citizens of age categories including people above 60 years of age and those aged from 45 years to 60 years with co-morbidities subject to certification to that effect by a registered medical practitioner.

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