AstraZeneca, in Lombardy it is now possible to choose a second dose for under 60

In Lombardy everything is ready. And it is immediately possible for those under 60 who have had the first dose of anti-Covid vaccine with AstraZeneca to continue with the same shield product for the second dose, if they refuse the heterologous booster. This was communicated by the Welfare Directorate General of the Region. “Following yesterday’s circular from the Ministry of Health, Friday 18 June, with further indications for completing the vaccination cycle in subjects under 60 who received a first dose of Vaxzevria * vaccine and clarifications on how to use the Janssen vaccine, it is communicated that the ministerial indications are to be considered immediately operative “, clarifies the DG Welfare.” Therefore, after a medical history and medical opinion, interested citizens will be able to opt for the administration of the second dose again with AstraZeneca, if it is impossible to convince them to receive Pfizer or Moderna “, then a booster with an mRna vaccine,” and after signing the informed consent. The J&J vaccine remains reserved for people over 60 or for specific situations “under this age group.