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Government considering prioritising Australian athletes for coronavirus vaccines ahead of Tokyo Olympics – ABC News
The federal government is considering whether to prioritise Australian Olympians and their support staff in the COVID-19 vaccine rollout ahead of the Tokyo Olympics….
The federal government is considering whether to prioritise Australian athletes and their support staff in the COVID-19 vaccine rollout ahead of the Tokyo Olympics.
Key points:
- Japan is in the grip of a fourth wave of coronavirus infections leading into the postponed games
- Most athletes would normally only qualify to be vaccinated in phase 2b, the second-last category
- Swimming Australia president Kieran Perkins said the vaccinations would keep athletes safe and healthy
Discussions are underway between…
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