According to the Pingtung County Government, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced that persons aged 18 and above who are qualified may obtain a Moderna booster shot in response to the Omicron new variant. The Mayor of Pingtung County - Pan Men-an (潘孟安) asked the public to get vaccinated to protect themselves as well as others.
The Kacalisiyan Festival was held in Linhousilin Forest Park on December 11 and 12. There was a Moderna vaccination station set up by the Pingtung County Government's Public Health Bureau. Those who get vaccinated during the Kacalisiyan Festival would have received a free bag of rice as an incentive.
The 2021 Kacalisiyan Festival in Pingtung County. (Photo / Provided by the Pingtung County Government)
Mayor Pan stated that the "Kacalisiyan Festival" art and music event has been held for 6 consecutive years since 2015. With the participation of indigenous art workers, the series of activities are getting more exciting year by year, including art festivals, music festivals, and literary awards. Besides, more youths are willing to return to their hometowns to pursue their dreams and start their businesses. The Pingtung County Government will continue to nurture more creators and let the world see the artistic and cultural heritage of the indigenous group in Pingtung.
The 2021 Kacalisiyan Festival in Pingtung County. (Photo / Provided by the Pingtung County Government)
In addition, CECC announced that individuals who have received two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 5 months ago to receive a booster shot, according to the Public Health Bureau. Furthermore, the government encourages persons who have not yet gotten the first or second jobs of a vaccine to get vaccinated in order to increase the vaccination rate as well as protect oneself and all.