The Ministry of Public Health points out that the vaccine against Astra, Pfizer, Moderna is similar in effectiveness.
Today (20 July 2022) Dr. Sophon Iamsirithavorn Deputy Director-General, Department of Disease Control The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) discussed the results of a study on the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine in Chiang Mai province by a research team from the Faculty of Public Health. Chiang Mai University (CMU) led by Prof. Dr. Suwat Jariyalertsak, MD. together with the Provincial Public Health Office (Public Health Office) Chiang Mai, which has been continuously operating since January 2022 that the vaccination against COVID-19 Whether it’s AstraZeneca, Pfizer or Moderna, it’s the 4th needle (booster dose), which is mostly a cross formula. Heterologous booster vaccination can be effective in preventing COVID-19 infection. Omicron strains were as high as 73%, 71% and 71% respectively, with this level of efficacy more than doubled compared to those who received just three doses of vaccine.
“The research results show that Vaccination against COVID-19 The 4th booster needle, either mRNA or virus-guided vaccine. They are equally effective in preventing COVID-19 infection. Omicron strain in populations aged 18 years and over, therefore immunization with booster vaccination is especially important for at-risk populations. especially the 608 group,” said Dr. Sophon.
In addition, Dr. Sophon said that the analysis of the data found that Those who received three doses of vaccine prevent severe symptoms and death from omicron strains by up to 96% in the age group 18-59 years and 97% in the age group 60 and over. 60 years and over and 7 risk groups including pregnant women Therefore, it is an important goal for vaccination with as many booster needles as possible. not less than 60% to ensure safety Reduce the risk of serious illness and death.
“Anyway, pleaseInvite children to bring about 2 million elderly people who have not been vaccinated, as well as those who have received 2 injections for more than 4 months, but have not received the 3rd dose, to hurry to receive the booster vaccine asap. Because these two groups still account for more than half of the deaths from COVID-19 today.Dr Sophon said.