Beijing rolls out Covid-19 booster jabs to its residents as Winter Olympics loom, after China passes 1bn vaccinated milestone —


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As Beijing prepares for the Winter Olympic Games in Beijing, China’s capital began to give Covid-19 booster shots to residents. Beijing’s residents aged 18 and over who have received two jabs and are considered high-risk, including those participating in, organizing or working at the games, are eligible to come forward for a top-up dose, state media reported on Friday. This move is to increase vaccine protection ahead of the Winter Olympic Games that will be held in the city in February. In Yanqing and Zhangjiakou, indoor skiing, jumping, and ski events will be held. Only Chinese citizens are allowed to...