THE Ministry of Health Malaysia will hold the national Covid-19 immunisation programme for children again if there are special requests, said Deputy Minister Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali.

He said the move was to enable those living in the rural areas to get free vaccinations after the programme ended on May 31.

“If there is a special request, we will hold it in conjunction with the national immunisation week in Sabah, especially for under 5s and others who have not received the vaccine,” he told a press conference in Bagan Serai today.

Noor Azmi said those interested could register through the MySejahtera application to get an appointment for their vaccination.

“We are giving this opportunity to those living in remote areas, such as in Sabah, who face internet problems and have difficulties getting their vaccination when the programme has finished,” he said.

He said the village committee could help by gathering the details of the residents involved and discuss with the state Health Department director on organising a programme.

Noor Azmi said the public could also get their vaccination at all health clinics in the country during national immunisation week to be held for five days from June 20 to 24.

“I pray and hope that parents will take this opportunity to bring their children to get their vaccination to keep them safe from Covid-19,” he said. – Bernama, June 18, 2022.