Authors: Clarisse G. Mendoza, MD, FPDS, Bryan Edgar K. Guevara, MD, FPDS, Cybill Dianne C. Uy, MD, FPDS
Abstract
KEY POINTS
- Immunocompromised patients have a higher risk of developing severe and life-threatening COVID-
19 infection compared to the general population. - The three Philippine FDA-authorized for emergency use COVID-19 vaccines are all non-live vaccines,
these vaccines may provide benefits for dermatologic patients with immunosuppressed states or who
are taking immunomodulating medications, upon appropriate advice and counseling. - COVID-19 vaccination should not replace transmission prevention measures–i.e. proper mask
wearing, frequent disinfection, and physical distancing.
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