Money
Getting a COVID jab at work becomes possible in South Korea
It’s a major step in the global vaccine rollout
South Korea’s large manufacturing employers have received permission from the country’s health authorities to administer COVID-19 vaccines at in-house clinics, hoping to speed up the inoculation of their employees.
The inoculation plans come amid the South Korean government’s push to ramp up vaccinations after a slow start.
Affiliates of the country’s biggest conglomerate Samsung Group plan to offer vaccine doses to employees at work next month.
Samsung plans to offer Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for its office and production workers, as well as workers from suppliers in South Korea who sign up for doses.
Other large companies registered to provide doses include chipmaker SK Hynix and tech company LG.
South Korea has inoculated 15.3 million people, or about 30% of its population, with at least one dose since it began administering vaccines in February.
Under the plans, only direct staff and from these manufacturing businesses and their suppliers are eligible for the new scheme.
The COVID pandemic has taken its toll on the manufacturing industry due to many delays and shortages as a result of shutdowns and restrictions.
-
Money2 days agoTreasury Secretary believes the U.S. are on track for a “safe landing”
-
Leaders2 days ago
Elon Musk is projected to become the world’s first trillionaire
-
News1 day ago
Apple’s iPhone 16 event puts AI back into the spotlight
-
Money1 day ago
ASX positioned for strong start after positive stock rebound
-
Leaders2 days ago
Trump promises to slap unprecedented tariffs on foreign allies
-
Leaders1 day ago
Philadelphia prepares for the first debate between Harris & Trump
-
Leaders1 day ago
Strategic investments for sustained business growth and long-term success strategies
-
Leaders1 day ago
Business leaders use awards to build influence and credibility in a competitive market
