Vaccination For Covid 19
Vaccination For Covid 19
TAKE THE JAB
DO YOUR BIT AND GET VACCINATED
"Vaccine is our best hope".
India has opened Covid 19 vaccination to all people above 18- 45 years. Taking the shot is important. The vaccination drive have been dogged by hesitancy, despite the shots being rigorously tested to be safe. Vaccine is given in the left arm, nurse usually administer the vaccine shot. There are no pain whatsoever, much lesser than what one would experience after getting a shot of Tetanus toxoid.
Everyone needs the vaccine, even though some may not want it. With the prick of the injection of first dose of vaccine all you worries will disappear. You will feel more than relieved. There is no reason to be afraid of the vaccine. As a responsible citizen it is our duty to join hands with government and front line workers and to step up for getting vaccinated. Being vaccinated we will not only save our families from getting infected but also help in breaking the chain of infections.
The vaccination process will deliver respite from the threat of Covid-19. Vaccines are the best bet to beat the disease. Step up, and take the jab.
"When there is no particular medicine available for Covid 19, vaccination is necessary."
"To end pandemic 70% people has to be vaccinated."
Introduction
If we compared the side effects of vaccines for Measles, Diphtheria, Rabies, Mumps, Tetanus, and Influenza with Covid, it is much safer. As shot is a must even if you are infected with Covid 19. Being a doctor I know benefits of vaccine. Reaction is not a must.
"Please take jab as soon as you become eligible without delay."
People are always scared of a new thing, but people should trust doctors. We are living in a world where there will always be microorganism. We have to survive among them, and fight with the harmful ones. A vaccine is our best hope of fighting such pathogens and we should fight with a the positive hope.
Generally people ask the question which shot is better, Covaxin or Covishield. The companies manufacturing theses vaccines - Bharat Biotech (Covaxin) and Serum institute of India (Covishield) - have published a list of possible side effects of respective vaccines could lead to. These ranges from pain at injection site to chills, body ache and nausea.
Both the vaccine work well, and one should take either shot without any hesitancy regardless of whether one has infected with Covid 19 in the past or not.
Vaccines are a critical defense system against Covid-19 waves.Vaccine can be a game changer
We have to vaccinate the entire world and countries need to have a high enough percentage of people vaccinated- somewhere between 75-85% in order to reach heard immunity. When that happens, Covid won,t go away but the variant won't appear quickly and the virus won't spread.
Target 990 million population has to be vaccinated at the end of year 2021 in India.
Till date 22 July 2021 only 87 million are vaccinated.
Why you must get vaccine against Covid 19?
Vaccine are an important weapon in the fight against Covid 19 and being vaccinated is one of the safest ways to protect yourself and others from the virus.
- Getting vaccinated is safer than getting infected
- Covid 19 vaccines are safe and effective
- Vaccination strengthens immune system which offers protection
- Vaccination is an important tool to stop the pandemic
- You are fully vaccinated only after 2nd dose of vaccination.
- Free COVID-19 vaccination for every one above 18 of age begins in India from 21 June 2021.
- So far vaccine were free fr people of 45 years of age and above
- Vaccines will be available in government run vaccination centers
- Government of India is providing free vaccine to the states
Know Your Vaccine
COVAXIN
- Inactivated virus
- 2 shot vaccine
- Second dose after 28 days
- Efficacy of 70 - 80%
- Developed by India
- Available in India
- Approved by 9 countries
ASTRAZENICA (COVISHIELD)
- Viral vector
- Modern Chimpanzee adeno
- 2 shot vaccine
- Second dose after 84 days
- Efficacy of 70 - 90% after first dose 70% and after second dose 90%
- Developed by UK,Sweden,India
- Available in India
- Approved by 130 +countries
SPUTNIK V
- Viral vector Modified Adeno
- 2 shot vaccine
- Second dose after 28 days
- Efficacy of 85-95%
- Developed by Russia
- Will be available in India by June
PFIZER & BIOTECH
- mRNA based
- 2 shot vaccine
- Second dose after 28 days
- Efficacy 90 - 94%
- Developed by US and Germany
- Not available in India as of now
- Approved by majority countries
MODERNA
- mRNA based
- 2 shot vaccine
- Second dose after 28 days
- Efficacy 90 - 94%
- Developed in US
- Not available in India as of now
- Approved by majority countries
JOHNSON & JOHNSON
- Viral vector (Human Adeno)
- 1 Shot vaccine
- Efficacy of 70- -85%
- Developed by US and Belgium
- Not available in India as of now
All vaccines are governed by Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) laws where government controls procurement and distribution to ensure those who need the vaccine can get it on priority. All countries are procuring and distribution g Covid 19 vaccine under EUA currently. Since it will be under EUA government will monitor side effects.
Private hospitals and clinics are allowed to administer the vaccines, but the process is monitored by the government which uses the Co-WIN platform to track the factory to injection process.
India is world's bigger maker of vaccines.
Vaccine Price in Government set up FREE. In Private set up as follows :
Covisheld Rs 780
Covaxin Rs 1410
Sputnik V Rs 1145
Announcement
For year year 2021 Delhi Municipal Corporation Delhi (MCD) IS GIVING 3% rebate on your property tax.
Vaccination Certificate
Don't forget to collect your vaccination certificate form the center. It can also be downloaded by COWIN app. (hard / soft copy)
Digital Vaccination Certificate
Myth buster
Myth vaccines are useless against new variants.
Why it's false
New variants can make Sars-Cov-2 spread more readily or resist antibodies triggered by a past infection or vaccines designed on the basis of the version that was predominant previously. While variant could be in some cases, reduce efficacy, there is little evidence they will make a vaccine redundant completely. Trials suggest most work against new variants. Even if vaccine loses efficacy, expert say it will still be able to prevent disease or death.
Myth Certain foods or alcohol should be avoided before or after taking vaccine.
Why it's false
The current class of vaccines is delivered intramuscular as an injection. The mechanism of action is not dependent on digestion, unlike medication that is ingested. People are free to follow any sorts of diet. Conversely, there is little research to suggest any food can help increase potency of vaccine.
Myth Corona virus vaccine can alter people's DNA.
Why it's false
Corona virus vaccines are nor engineered to alter DNA, some of them only carry the genetic code for the spike protein, which the virus uses to enter human cells.
Myth Indian Covid 19 vaccines are sub-par, better to wait for others.
Why it's false
Efficacy rates between vaccines cannot exactly be compared. The Indian vaccines, as well as the others, have an efficacy of more than 50%- the bare minimum that needed for an inoculation to have a meaningful impact on the pandemic. Moreover both the vaccines offer near complete protection from severe disease or illness, which make them an invaluable tool to fight a disease that kills roughly 1 in every 100 people it infect.
Myth Vaccines are developed too quickly, hence they are not safe.
Why it's false
Research into Corona viruses for vaccines have been underway, since 2001 when the SARS outbreak took place and was accelerated when Mers emerged a few years later.. Both these corona virus gave scientists close insights that also apply to the Sars-Cov-2. Similarly the vaccine technologies used are also tried and tested. Even the newest platform,mRNA, has been in development for three decades now. Safety has also been established in trails.If they wee to cause serious side effects, the world would have already found out about these.
Myth Vaccines are developed too quickly, hence, they are not safe.
Why it's false
Vaccinated and protected
Registration
Where can I register?
You can log into Co-WIN portal (www.cowin.gov.in) and register from here. And click on "Ragister/Sign. In yourself" tab to register for vaccination and book a slot.You can also register through the "vaccination" tab in the Aarogya Setu app. Up to four people can be registered using one mobile number.
Who can get registered?
At present, everyone over the age of 60 years, those between 45 and 60 with certain co-morbidity can register, it will be soon opened to everyone above the age of 45 years.
Is it mandatory?
No, it is not.Vaccination centers also provide walk in registration, but in limited numbers.
What documents do I need to carry?
Pension Passbook
NPR Smart Card
✅Govt photo ID used at the time of registration
✅Aadhar Card/Voter-I-Card/Passport/Driving Licence/Pan Card with photo
✅Official Identity card for Healthcare & Frontline workers
Scheduling Appointment
How can I schedule a vaccination appointment?
You can log in from either the Co-WIN platform or Arogya Setu app and then pick the closest hospital by searching through PIN codes or by choosing your state and district.
Will I get a confirmation of date / time / location?
A confirmation SMS with the date, time and location of the vaccination center will be sent to the registered mobile.
Is vaccination free at all centers?
While vaccinations are free at all government hospitals, private hospitals can charge as much as Rs 250 per dose.
What is the gap prescribed between 2 doses of vaccines?
As per the government, the recommended gap for
Covishield is 12-16 weeks and
Covaxin is 4-6 weeks
Getting the Second Dose
Is it necessary to get the second dose?
Yes , and you must also ensure both doses are the same vaccine. After the gap of 1 and a half month.(6 weeks interval)
Will my second dose be automatically scheduled?
No, you will have to schedule another appointment under government guidelines. People who get Covaxin should get their second shot in 4-6 weeks, while those who get the Covishield shot should get their second dose after 84 days.
"There is nothing scary about taking the vaccine."
Post Vaccination
What do I do if I have any side effects?
If you have any side effects, then you should call the national vaccination help line "1075" to report them. You can also contact the vaccination center where you got the shot.
Which age group can register for vaccination
All citizens aged 18 years and above can register for vaccination.
"Keep your (C.R.P) less than 1 before taking the vaccine."
C Raeactive Protein (CRP is a simple blood test easily done in any laboratory.
After Vaccination effect:
IgG antibodies will develop . By blood test one can find out .
IF < then 1 it is non-reactive.
If >than 1 it is reactive. (Good)
"Those who receive even one shot of the vaccine get some amount of immunity and are likely to have milder symptoms."
"Always Wear Mask, Maintain Social Distancing and Use Sanitizer, Even After Vaccination."
By July August, we will have a large number of doses available in the country.
Vaccination started in 16 Jan 2021
TARGET TILL DECEMBER 2021 180 CRORE
After 21 June free vaccination above 18 years
Total dose given 23 cr
People fully vaccinated 4.48 cr
% Fully Vaccinated 3.3% Target 70%
DELHI 17% Date 10 June 2021
Vaccination
1 Million = 10 Lakhs
10,00,000
1corore - 100 ,00,000
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