Kono Calls For 'vaccination Leave'
The Japanese minister overseeing the government's COVID-19 vaccination program says he will call on businesses to allow employees to take leave to be vaccinated.
Kono Taro said in his internet program that side effects often come with vaccinations, and the likelihood of developing adverse reactions from the vaccine is probably higher than from a flu shot.
He added that people who get the jab quite often develop symptoms such as a fever, swelling, and slight fatigue the next day.
Kono referred to allergic reactions called anaphylaxis.
He said people afflicted with anaphylaxis in Japan have all recovered.
He said he wants as many people as possible to receive a shot after getting informed about the vaccine.
Kono also said the government is considering ways to allow people to take leave from work to get inoculated or if they develop adverse reactions after being vaccinated.
He also indicated the government may consider measures to carry out vaccinations at workplaces.