JAKARTA - The government has extended the implementation of PPKM level 4 until August 2. The extension of the policy is expected to be a momentum to boost the vaccination program.
“Apart from strictly implementing health protocols, the vaccination program is our main weapon in the fight against COVID-19. Therefore, vaccination must be boosted continuously until it reaches the target of herd immunity," said Member of Commission IX DPR Rahmad Handoyo, Monday, July 26.
The PDIP politician is optimistic that if all elements of the nation move together, the 2021 vaccination target will be achieved soon. In fact, said Rahmad, there are no more villages and sub-districts in Indonesia that do not carry out vaccinations.
"The TNI and Polri who have the equipment to reach the village, including the village midwife are all involved. In essence, there is no day without vaccination," he said.
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Citing the latest data from the COVID-19 task force, Sunday, July 25, the first dose of vaccination has only reached 21.35 percent. The new dose of vaccination reached 8.60 percent.
This figure, said Rahmad, is still far from achieving herd immunity, which requires vaccination to reach 70 percent of the population. Therefore, according to him, herd immunity must be pursued to stop the spread of COVID-19.
“The theory of herd immunity has proven to be effective, as seen during the recent European Cup. Football enthusiasts watch their idols in the stadium even without a mask. Even if there is a case, it can be said that it is very small and can be immediately resolved," said Rahmad.
Rahmad hopes that the issue of vaccine distribution will remain a concern during the PPKM level 4. Moreover, the vaccine has an expiration date so that the existing stock must be injected immediately so that it is not wasted.
"Vaccine distribution can be prioritized from calculating the proportion of urban communities according to the severity of the zone and the 70 percent herd immunity target. For example, in Sorong City, West Papua, where vaccination coverage as of July 8, 2021 is still low (14.17 percent). Even though this city is in the red zone," he explained.
Furthermore, Rahmad said, the government must pay attention to the distribution of vaccines, in particular, public access to vaccines must be facilitated. Then, public spaces throughout Indonesia must be expanded to the sub-district and village levels.
In addition, said Rahmad, cooperation with the private sector must be further enhanced. For example, big brands such as e-commerce Shopee, Tiket.com, Gojek, and even Konimex have made these efforts.
“The point is that there must be no day without vaccination to the lowest level. Even if it is necessary to do a house-to-house approach for checks and vaccinations. We can take the example of the United States which has succeeded in doing so," said Rahmad.
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