LAGUNA – A program initiated by The Office of The Vice President aimed at assisting the COVID-19 Vaccine Drive of LGUs was held on August 28-29, 2021. Dubbed as Vaccine Express, the categories covered by the vaccination drive were A2 (Senior Citizens, allowed walk-ins), A3 (Individuals with comorbidities), and A5 (Most vulnerable, and indigent individuals).
Two additional sites were opened in administering the vaccines, one at Sisters of Mary Immaculate School and the other at the Landayan Covered Courts. The OVP, largely in partnership with City Councilor PP Bernadeth Olivares of the Rotary Club of Metro San Pedro managed to successfully administer 4,457 jabs, close to the goal of 5,000 jabs.
Having met with the OVP Team and PP Bernadeth on the 27th, a day before the Vaccine Express, The Rotaract Club of Metro San Pedro, headed by Changemaker President Sandra ‘Shy’ Chiu, were oriented with their duties and had then been tasked with the general crowd control of the entire vaccination process at SMIS (Sisters of Mary Immaculate School). RACMSP was also tasked with the repacking and distribution of the Post-Vaccine Kits provided by the OVP.
In an interview with Changemaker President Shy Chiu, she has stated that preparation was key in ensuring a smooth process for the general crowd. With her leadership, Rotaractors were spread out with varying roles throughout the site, moreover, they were also briefed to know all the roles, so in the event that breaks were to commence, takeovers can be conducted leaving no post unmanned. As such, an efficient system was in place. Tiring as it was, it had assisted the success of the Vaccination Express.
The Rotaract Club of Metro San Pedro is very grateful to be of help and reiterates that the entire Vaccine Express Program would not have been the success that it is if not for the collective efforts of the Office of the Vice President, Hon. PP Bernadeth Olivares, and of course, the medical volunteers. Bearing witness to their tireless service and commitment to their work, RACMSP is in awe of their selfless service – one that is to be saluted, thanked, and appreciated.
The COVID-19 pandemic caused a massive impact in our lives. Protecting our health and the health of our loved ones comes a long way in saving lives. Vaccines work and gives hope for the future. (Photo ops of vaccinated individuals). As Rotaractors, we are frequently asked why we volunteer. Why do we constantly involve ourselves in projects despite the fact that we know they require a lot of time and effort? Why are we putting ourselves out there in the face of a global pandemic? The answer? We say service above self. (Rotaractors Kim Baldoz and Victoria Olaer in immediate monitoring post vaccination).
