The following are some answers that are frequently asked on COVID-19 Vaccination. Know the right information about COVID-19 Vaccination through the FAQ:
When will the vaccine become available for the general public?
The vaccine is available now. The Covid vaccine has started to provide people above 60 years of age and persons between 45 and 59 years with comorbid conditions from 1 March of 2021.
Is it mandatory to be vaccinated?
No, it is voluntary. However, it is recommended to get the complete schedule of the COVID-19 vaccine for protecting oneself against this disease and also to limit the spread of this disease to close contacts including family members, friends, relatives, and co-workers.
Will the vaccine be safe as it is being tested and tested and introduced in a short period?
The vaccine will be introduced in the country only after the regulatory bodies clear it based on its safety and efficacy.
Is it necessary for a COVID recovered person to take the vaccine?
Yes, people who have recovered from COVID infection should take a complete schedule of COVID vaccine despite the history of infection with COVID-19. This will help them to develop the immune system against the disease.
Should people with underlying medical conditions not take the COVID vaccine?
Yes, they should take the COVID vaccine. People who have underlying medical conditions like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, etc. are at a higher risk of severe and life-threatening COVID-19 complications. So, such people must get vaccinated once COVID-19 vaccines are available to them.
But people with immune disorders and those with a history of allergic reactions should share their medical history with the officials at the vaccination site before getting vaccinated.
What about the possible side-effects of the COVID-19 vaccine?
COVID vaccine will be started when its safety is proven. It is true like other vaccines, the common side effects in some individuals could be a mild fever, pain, etc. at the site of injection. States have been directed to start making arrangements to handle any Covid-19 vaccine-related side-effects as one of the measures towards safe vaccine delivery among the masses.
Do People with good immunity need the COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, healthy people or people with good immunity also need the covid -19 vaccine. They can still contract COVID-19 and experience severe symptoms and spread the virus to others. As per experts, vaccines will protect everyone from severe and life-threatening COVID-19 complications. It will also help prevent virus transmission and protect vulnerable people in families and communities. Therefore, it is recommended that even healthy adults should receive vaccines once it is available to them.
References:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html
https://www.mohfw.gov.in/covid_vaccination/vaccination/index.html
https://www.bharatbiotech.com/images/covaxin/covaxin-fact-sheet.pdf
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/recommendations/underlying-conditions.html
https://www.muhealth.org/our-stories/covid-19-vaccine-myths-vs-facts