Doctors call for covid-19 second dose to be reduced from 12 to six weeks

The video discusses Britain's first mosque turned vaccination center, addressing community concerns about vaccine permissibility in Islam. It highlights the debate over delaying the second Pfizer jab, with doctors and WHO recommending shorter intervals to prevent variant development. The government defends the delay, aiming to vaccinate more people quickly. Public concerns about vaccine choice and waiting periods are noted, with calls for reviewing the data and decisions made.

What was the primary concern of the community regarding the vaccine at the mosque vaccination center?

• The cost of the vaccine

• The vaccine's effectiveness

• The side effects of the vaccine

• The vaccine's permissibility in Islam

What is the World Health Organization's recommended interval for the second dose of the Pfizer vaccine?

• One week

• Twelve weeks

• Three to four weeks

• Six weeks

Why does the government support a 12-week delay for the second Pfizer jab?

• To comply with WHO guidelines

• To allow more people to receive the first dose

• To test the vaccine's long-term effects

• To reduce costs

What was a common issue faced by people when booking their vaccination appointments?

• Lack of available slots

• High booking fees

• Long waiting times

• Inability to choose the vaccine type

What is the public's general understanding of the 12-week delay for the second dose?

• It is to comply with international standards

• It is to reduce side effects

• It is to increase community immunization

• It is to ensure vaccine safety