Uninfected people aged 18 to 59 who are at a higher risk of COVID-19 exposure or with personal needs may choose to receive a fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine from now on, the Government announced today.

It doesn’t matter if they have received either the BioNTech or the Sinovac vaccines for their previous doses, the Government added.

From today until May 25, citizens who are eligible for a fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine may get a same-day ticket for vaccination at community vaccination centres or hospital COVID-19 vaccination stations, except those located at private hospitals and the satellite community vaccination centre at Leighton Centre.

Starting from 8am on May 26, members of the public can make online reservations for vaccination.

In response to expert advice, people aged 18 to 59 who choose to receive a fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine should do so at least six months from their third dose.

Recovered adults in the same age group can receive their third dose six months after they have received their second dose or their recovery, whichever is later.

Citizens can also choose to receive the vaccination for free at 43 designated Hospital Authority general out-patient clinics and more venues.