However, he added that no final decision has been made as to when the vaccination for such children will begin. “Although the ACCD has recommended that children with chronic diseases be vaccinated, a date has not yet been decided for its implementation. One reason for this is that it is not easy to diagnose children with chronic diseases. Also, serious chronic diseases and non-serious ones should be identified separately,” he noted. Speaking further, Dr. Herath added that priority should be given to children with serious chronic diseases when being vaccinated.

Source: The Nation September 20, 2021 17:37 UTC