As the delta variant continues to spread and as early data from overseas hints at a rise in breakthrough infections, the Japanese government has started preparing to administer booster shots in an effort to prolong the effectiveness of the jabs.
The government wants to start administering third doses to medical staff early next year, after completing second shots for all those who want to get vaccinated, informed sources said.
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