Dr. Herath said that an announcement would be made in that regard soon. However, analysis of relevant data proved that there was no basis for concern therefore they too would be fully inoculated, Dr. Herath said. Acknowledging that there had been shortcomings on their part as well, Prof. Jayasumana said that so far approximately 2 mn people had received the booster. “We cannot afford to have another lockdown,” Prof. Jayasumana said, urging the public to follow the basic guidelines. Prof. Jayasumana remained as State Minister of Production, Supply and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals in spite of health minister Pavitradevi Wanniarachchi being replaced by Keheliya Rambukwella on August 16.

Source: The Nation December 21, 2021 06:02 UTC