VOICED : Hong Kong podría tirar a la basura dosis de vacuna anticovid

Hong Kong faces the possibility of discarding COVID-19 vaccines due to low immunization rates, driven by public distrust and misinformation. Despite having enough doses for its population, only a small percentage have been vaccinated. Concerns about side effects and negative online information contribute to hesitancy. Meanwhile, other regions, especially low-income countries, struggle to secure vaccines. Leaders from several countries urge equitable vaccine access and sharing of surplus by wealthier nations.

What is one of the main reasons for the low vaccination rate in Hong Kong?

• Misinformation and distrust

• High trust in the government

• Lack of vaccine supply

• High number of COVID-19 cases

What is the time frame given by a local authority for the expiration of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines?

• Nine months

• Six months

• Three months

• One month

What percentage of Hong Kong's population has received both doses of a vaccine?

• 20%

• 14%

• 10%

• 5%

Which regions are particularly struggling to obtain COVID-19 vaccines?

• European countries

• High-income countries

• Low-income countries

• Asian countries

What do leaders from countries like Argentina and Mexico request from the international community?

• To stop vaccine production

• To increase vaccine prices

• To prioritize their own countries

• To ensure equitable vaccine access