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Delayed second vaccine 'still offers protection'

Some have missed follow-up dose because of self-isolation

Those who've missed their second coronavirus vaccine dose because of self-isolation will still be protected despite the delay.

That's the message from the Island's director of public health following the recent rise in coronavirus cases.

Anyone who catches Covid-19 can't receive the jab for 28 days, while those in self-isolation are also unable to attend the vaccination hub.

Dr Henrietta Ewart says having a longer gap between injections isn't a problem:

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