II - Implementation COVID-19 vaccination

7 important questions on II - Implementation COVID-19 vaccination

What is the role of the Dutch Health Council?

The Dutch Health Council is in charge of making vaccination policy recommendations to the Minister of Health, Welfare, and sport. It uses a fixed framework to consider whether a vaccination should be implemented in a public program (paid for by the government) or whether it is more suitable for individual care (at your own expense).

Why are older adults seen as a priority group for COVID-19 vaccination?

Because older adults have the greatest risk of mortality, and the risk increases exponentially with age.

Why are people with mental disabilities who live in institutions and residents of nursing homes considered a priority group for COVID-19 vaccination?

Due to their close contact with staff and because of the increased risk of outbreaks within the institution.
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Why are health and social care workers seen as a priority group for COVID-19 vaccination/

Because they are in the front line, so they can easily acquire infection and then they can transmit it to friends and family, etc but also vulnerable patients. It is also important to vaccinate this group to prevent the downscaling of healthcare.

Who makes the final decision on vaccination prioritizing?

The Minister of Health, Welfare, and Sport

Who does the general communication to the general public? What about direct communication?

General communication; Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport
Direct communication: RIVM

What are the challenges of the implementation of the COVID-19 vaccination?

  • Preparations started early summer, but with many uncertainties
  • Many different parties are involved
  • Last-minute changes in vaccine availability
  • Last-minute information about vaccine specifications
  • Priority groups change over time, each having it's own characteristics

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