Japan will prioritize administering coronavirus vaccines to older people over those with chronic diseases when they become available, as the former face a higher risk of contracting a severe form of the COVID-19 respiratory illness, according to the health ministry.
The government plans to distribute coupons for free vaccinations in order of priority when a vaccine is ready, the Health, Labor and Welfare Ministry said. The policy was decided Monday at a ministry panel meeting involving experts.
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