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Task force investigates claims of incomplete AstraZeneca doses

Two people allegedly received less than required dosage, says Covid-19 Immunisation Task Force

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 21 May 2021 6:41AM

Task force investigates claims of incomplete AstraZeneca doses
The Covid-19 Immunisation Task Force says the incident supposedly occurred at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur AstraZeneca vaccination centre on Wednesday. – The Vibes file pic, May 21, 2021

KUALA LUMPUR – The Covid-19 Immunisation Task Force (CITF) said it is looking into claims that some AstraZeneca vaccine doses administered were less than required, which is 0.5ml.

CITF said in a statement that the incident supposedly occurred at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur AstraZeneca vaccination centre on Wednesday

According to the statement, both vaccine recipients in the incident have been identified.

“CITF will not hesitate to take action against those who do not meet the standards set or violate any regulations,” the statement read.

CITF also said that it always emphasises the quality of service provided by medical experts involved in the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme, including private medical experts managed by ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn Bhd in association with the programme. – Bernama, May 21, 2021

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