According to Tamar Gabunia, if the doses of coronavirus vaccines are not used fully and effectively, the next delivery of vaccines from Covax will be in question

In response to InterPressNews question, Deputy Minister of Health Tamar Gabunia stated that if the doses of the coronavirus vaccine are not used effectively, the next delivery of vaccines from Covax will be in question.

"It is very important that the doses we receive from Covax are fully and effectively used. Demand is very high globally. If we do not show good performance at this first stage, question marks will be raised on the next delivery", - Gabunia said.

For information, Pfizer vaccine will be delivered in Georgia today. The COVID-19 vaccination process in the country started on March 15th. The first batch of AstraZeneca vaccine was introduced in the country on March 13. The first doses of the vaccine were taken on live TV by the Minister of Health, the staff of the National Center for Disease Control, and doctors of leading clinics.

Corinavirus vaccination is currently available to medical personnel. The relevant portal will be available from March 25 for citizens over the age of 65 to register for vaccinations. As for the universal vaccination of the population against coronavirus, it is still unknown when it will start in the country.