Additional Covid-19 Vaccination for Children

Based on the latest information that Covid-19 vaccine for 5 to 11 year olds is effective even under the Omicron variant epidemic, an additional vaccination (3rd dose) will be given.  Please decide on the vaccination after careful consultation between the eligible child and the guardian, considering the advantages and disadvantages of the vaccine.  Individual notices are mailed to those who are eligible.

Additional Vaccination

Vaccine eligibility

Children aged 5 to 11 years old, 5 months after the second vaccination 

Number of shots

One time

Vaccination Schedule 

October 29, 2022 (Sat.) or November 26, 2022 (Sat.)

Venue 

Oizumi Kita Junior high school (Oizumi Kita Chugakko)

How to make a reservation

The vaccination ticket number (10 digits) on the vaccination ticket is required to make an appointment. 
If you do not have the vaccination ticket number due to loss, etc., you will need to reissue a new vaccination ticket. Please visit the Health Promotion Division of the Health & Welfare General Center.

Reservation start date

October 25, 2022 (Tue.)  9:00

Reservation on LINE

Please add Gunma Digital Window as a friend and make a reservation.

Gunma Vaccination LINE Reservation System  (External Link)

Reservation by phone

Please call the call center at 0276-55-4661.
Hours: 9:00-17:00 (except Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and year-end & New Year holidays)

Others

  • Vaccination is not compulsory, and the decision to vaccinate should be made after careful consultation between the eligible child and his/her guardian regarding the advantages (infection prevention) and disadvantages (side effects, etc.) of the vaccine. 
  • Please take your body temperature at home on the vaccination day in advance, and if you have a fever (37.5°C or higher) or feel unwell, please refrain from the vaccination and contact us for cancellation.
  • One parent or guardian must accompany the child for the vaccination.
  • Please wear clothes that make it easy to access your shoulders.
  • Please be sure to fill out the Vaccination Screening Questionnaire in advance and bring it with you.
  • Please note that no other vaccines can be given at the same time as or two weeks before and after the Covid-19 vaccination. (except for the influenza vaccine)

Contact

Health Promotion Division, Health & Welfare Department
Telephone number: 0276-62-2121
Contact window location: Health & Welfare Center, Counter No. 1