[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] President Moon Jae-in has instructed his aides to establish a plan for additional vaccinations for those who received the Janssen vaccine.
On the morning of the 18th, during a meeting with his aides, President Moon directed, "Quickly establish a plan for additional vaccinations for those who received the Janssen vaccine," in relation to research findings that the effectiveness of the Janssen vaccine sharply decreases over time.
According to foreign media, the effectiveness of the Janssen vaccine dropped drastically from 88% to 3% within five months, leading the Vaccine and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC), an advisory body to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), to recommend a booster shot.
President Moon was also briefed on this fact and instructed the establishment of a plan for additional Janssen vaccinations.
Additionally, President Moon added, "As phased daily recovery progresses and home treatment becomes common, meticulously prepare patient transfer, hospital linkage, and outpatient treatment measures to prevent any medical service gaps."
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