Boris COVID19 Briefing

The video discusses the strategy of prioritizing the first dose of COVID-19 vaccines to as many people as possible. It explains the high level of protection provided by the first dose and the operational flexibility allowed for the interval between doses. The strategy aims to maximize benefits for the most people in the shortest time, endorsed by the UK's chief medical officers.

Why is the first dose of the vaccine prioritized according to the speaker?

• It has fewer side effects.

• It is cheaper than the second dose.

• It is easier to administer.

• It provides high levels of protection.

What operational flexibility does the MHRA provide?

• Flexibility in the interval between doses.

• Flexibility in the number of doses required.

• Flexibility in vaccine storage conditions.

• Flexibility in the type of vaccine used.

What factors are considered in the vaccine distribution strategy?

• The political situation.

• The public opinion.

• The cost of vaccines.

• The available resources and future supplies.

What is the main goal of the vaccine distribution strategy?

• To vaccinate the elderly first.

• To achieve maximum benefit for the most people in the shortest time.

• To ensure everyone gets two doses.

• To reduce the cost of vaccination.

Who endorses the chosen vaccine distribution approach?

• The World Health Organization.

• The European Union.

• The chief medical officers of the United Kingdom.

• The United Nations.