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2021-12-25 10:35:11
Hello, My father is 68 years, already taken two doses of  covishield vaccination. When should be give him booster dose. After 3 or 6 months. As with second wave and before second vaccine, he got COVID and was hospitalized was given oxygen. Please advise. Thanks
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Booster doses ain't recommended yet by Government. We might be able to get a better picture in few months. Any other queries kindly consult.

Answered2021-12-26 14:32:32

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Not recommended yet. Dont get panicked plz.

Answered2021-12-25 18:28:45

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Even Government of India has not yet finalized whether third dose will be given or not. Please keep yourself updated by TV and Newspaper. This question may have an answer after 3 months.

Answered2021-12-25 14:00:23

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Currently booster for Covid is not recommended in India

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Booster dose schedule is not yet confirmed and approved.

Answered2021-12-25 10:37:16

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