Italy requires vaccines for people 50 and over

The Italian Government approved a measure on Wednesday requiring people older than the age of 50 to be vaccinated against the coronavirus.

Health Minister Roberto Speranza told reporters that anyone 50 or older will be checked to see if they have a “super green pass” that certification is reserved to those who are fully vaccinated or who have recently recovered from COVID-19 before they enter their workplaces. Currently, vaccination is required for school teachers, health care workers, members of the military and police forces, regardless of age. The same rule will apply to stores in shopping malls and to banks and post offices. Those working or customers of pharmacies or food stores will be exempt.