Half a million Greeks receive COVID-19 vaccine ahead of schedule

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The barrier of 500,000 COVID-19 vaccinations in Greece was broken today, one day ahead of schedule.

The Minister of Health, Vassilis Kikilias, stated yesterday when leaving the General Hospital "G. Gennimatas" in Thessaloniki, "by this Saturday, 500,000 vaccinations will have been carried out in the country."

Greek Prime Minister receives second dose of covid-19 vaccine
Greek Prime Minister receives second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

However, the goal was achieved a day earlier.

The government's strategy is now to ensure a second dose for all those who are already vaccinated.

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