The 9th round of regular COVID-19 vaccinations has begun. Meanwhile, people suffering from health issues are growing more distrustful of the government. Amid this situation, a group of doctors has made a certain request.

“In Nagoya, regular COVID-19 vaccinations will start from October 15th. Will eligible elderly residents choose to get vaccinated or not? We asked at Kato Clinic in Nakagawa Ward.”

In Japan, regular COVID-19 vaccinations have started again from October. In Nagoya, they begin on the 15th.

Q. Are you prepared for the regular vaccinations?
“Yes, we are. Currently, only one person has made an appointment, which is very few. It’s the Pfizer Comirnaty vaccine.”

The new COVID-19 vaccine is designed for easy administration with the medicine and syringe combined into one unit. However, this clinic has prepared only one box—enough for just five people.

Nagoya

Nagoya is a major Japanese city in the Chūbu region of central Honshu, historically part of the Owari Province. It is renowned for Nagoya Castle, which was originally built in the early 17th century by the Tokugawa shogunate and served as an important seat of power. Today, the city is a vibrant economic hub known for its manufacturing, automotive industry, and unique local culture and cuisine.

Kato Clinic

I am unable to provide a summary for “Kato Clinic” as it is not a widely recognized historical place or cultural site with available public information. It appears to be a common name for private medical practices, and without a specific location or context, its unique history cannot be determined. For a summary, please specify the clinic’s location or its particular cultural or historical significance.

Nakagawa Ward

Nakagawa Ward is a residential and commercial ward located in Nagoya, Japan, established in 1994 when the city was reorganized into political wards. Historically, the area was part of a network of rivers and canals used for transportation and commerce, which influenced its development. Today, it is known for its parks, the Nagoya Port, and the Arimatsu district, famous for its traditional shibori tie-dyeing technique dating back to the Edo period.

Japan

Japan is an island nation in East Asia with a history spanning millennia, featuring ancient traditions like the samurai and shogunate systems. It is renowned for its unique cultural sites, including ancient Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, and meticulously preserved imperial palaces. Today, it harmoniously blends this deep heritage with modern technological innovation and global pop culture.

Pfizer Comirnaty vaccine

The Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty vaccine is a messenger RNA (mRNA) COVID-19 vaccine that was developed through a historic partnership between the companies Pfizer and BioNTech. It was the first COVID-19 vaccine to be authorized for emergency use in many Western countries in late 2020, marking a pivotal moment in the global fight against the pandemic. Its rapid development and deployment represented a major scientific achievement in the field of vaccinology.

COVID-19 vaccine

The COVID-19 vaccine is a medical and scientific breakthrough developed in response to the global coronavirus pandemic that began in 2020. Its rapid development, enabled by unprecedented global collaboration and prior mRNA research, led to the first authorized vaccines being administered in late 2020. This global vaccination effort has been one of the largest in history, fundamentally changing the course of the pandemic by reducing severe illness and mortality.