Dandong City New Coronavirus Vaccination Hotspot Questions and Answers
Q1 What new coronavirus vaccine is currently used in Dandong? How to vaccinate?
Dandong City is currently using all An inactivated virus vaccine is a vaccine prepared by using a certain method to make the new coronavirus lose its infectivity and replication ability, while retaining the activity of inducing the human immune response. Inactivated vaccine is a traditional and classic vaccine preparation method. It is a mature, reliable and classic vaccine preparation method. Compared with other vaccine development technologies, inactivated vaccine has a mature research and development platform, stable production process, controllable quality standards and good protective effect. , fast research and development, easy to produce on a large scale, and has internationally accepted safety and effectiveness evaluation standards.
Two doses of the new coronavirus inactivated vaccine are required. The recommended interval between the two doses is ≥3 weeks, and the second dose should be completed as early as possible within 8 weeks. If for special reasons the injection has not been given after 8 weeks, the second injection must be completed as soon as possible, so as to obtain the complete immune protection effect.
Is it necessary to vaccinate against the Q2 new coronavirus vaccine?
Very necessary!
New coronavirus pneumonia is caused by the new coronavirus infection and is caused by respiratory droplets and close contact. Emerging infectious diseases as the main route of transmission. Almost everyone is not immune to the new coronavirus, and almost everyone is susceptible to the new coronavirus.
Safe and effective vaccines are the most powerful weapon to prevent diseases. Vaccination can stimulate the body's immunity against the new coronavirus, block new coronavirus infection, and especially effectively reduce severe illness and mortality. At present, all people who are eligible for the new coronavirus vaccine should receive the new coronavirus vaccine if there are no contraindications to vaccination.
Q3 How safe and effective is the new coronavirus vaccine?
my country’s vaccine has very strict requirements in the entire process of research and development, testing, approval, listing, storage, transportation, and vaccination. Management regulations. There is a complete vaccine cold chain system guarantee, and storage and transportation are strictly implemented in accordance with regulations. Vaccination units and medical staff have undergone professional training and strict review, and are vaccinated in accordance with standard operating procedures.
The interim analysis results of the phase III clinical trial of the whole-virus inactivated vaccine currently used in Dandong City show that the protective efficacy of the vaccine meets the relevant requirements of the State Food and Drug Administration and also complies with the World Health Organization's "New Coronavirus Vaccine Target Products" Features" recommended index requirements.
The clinical trial and emergency use phases, as well as the monitoring data of suspected abnormal vaccination reactions after mass vaccination of key groups in the early stage, show that the new coronavirus vaccine is safe.
Q4 What adverse reactions may occur when inoculating the new coronavirus vaccine? What should I do if adverse reactions occur?
Common adverse reactions mainly include the following aspects: local pain, flushing or redness at the vaccination site Induration, general fatigue, fever, headache, and some people have common adverse reactions such as cough, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea.
After completing the vaccination, you must stay at the vaccination site for 30 minutes and you can leave only if there are no abnormal conditions. On-site staff will inform recipients of common adverse reactions, precautions, follow-up health status observations, disposal suggestions, contact information, etc. after receiving the new coronavirus vaccine. If they have a fever that does not go away or continue to feel uncomfortable after returning home, they must report it to the vaccination point and Seek medical attention promptly.
Q5 Can people over 60 years old be vaccinated against the new coronavirus?
The "Technical Guidelines for New Coronavirus Vaccination" recommends: There are phase I/II clinical data showing that people over 60 years old should be vaccinated The safety is good, the vaccine will produce a certain protective effect, and vaccination is recommended. However, according to the current progress of COVID-19 vaccination for key groups, our city has not yet launched COVID-19 vaccination for people over 60 years old.
In the next step, combined with the effectiveness of the vaccine in large-scale populations, our city will gradually and steadily promote the new crown vaccination work for people over 60 years old. Elderly friends who are willing to be vaccinated are asked to pay attention to our city’s news media and the public account of the Dandong Center for Disease Control and Prevention. We will release relevant information as soon as possible.
Q6 Can people under the age of 18 get the new coronavirus vaccine?
The existing vaccines have not yet obtained clinical trial data for people under the age of 18, and vaccination is not recommended for this group of people. Dandong City will arrange vaccination for people under the age of 18 based on the progress of vaccine research and development and the results of subsequent clinical trials and in accordance with unified national requirements.
Q7 What are the contraindications for vaccination against the new coronavirus vaccine?
The "Technical Guidelines for Vaccination against the New Coronavirus" suggest that common contraindications include:
The activity of the vaccine Those who are allergic to ingredients, any inactive ingredients, or substances used in the production process, or those who have experienced allergies when previously vaccinated with similar vaccines;
Those who have had severe allergic reactions to vaccines in the past;
Those suffering from uncontrolled epilepsy and other serious neurological diseases;
Those who are having a fever, or suffering from acute diseases, or acute attacks of chronic diseases, or patients with uncontrolled severe chronic diseases;
Pregnant women.
Q8 Who is not suitable for receiving the second dose of the vaccine?
The physical condition of the recipients should meet the conditions for the new coronavirus vaccine. If a severe allergic reaction or any neurological adverse reaction occurs after receiving the first dose of the vaccine, and it cannot be ruled out that it is caused by the vaccine, it is not recommended to receive the second dose; in addition, the recipients suffer from acute diseases, or in the acute exacerbation phase of a chronic disease, vaccination should be postponed.
Q9 What preparations need to be made before receiving the new coronavirus vaccine?
You need to know the relevant knowledge about the new coronavirus vaccine and understand the vaccination process at the vaccination point.
Determine whether you need to make an appointment in advance.
Bring your ID card as required; for those leaving the country, bring relevant documents and certificates issued by relevant departments. Wear loose-fitting clothing on the day of vaccination to facilitate vaccination. You must also wear a mask when going out.
Q10 What should you pay attention to when getting the new coronavirus vaccine?
When getting vaccinated, take the initiative to provide the doctor with your health status and recent medication information, and truthfully fill in the informed consent form; if vaccinated If there is a wound at the site, try to avoid the wound and choose the other side for vaccination; after the vaccination is completed, you need to stay at the vaccination site for 30 minutes; the hemostatic swab is thrown into a medical trash can or a yellow medical waste garbage bag.
Q11 What else should I do after receiving the new coronavirus vaccine?
After vaccination, you must stay at the vaccination site for 30 minutes and you can leave only if there are no abnormal conditions. If you have a fever that does not go away or you continue to feel unwell after returning home, you should report to the vaccination point and seek medical treatment in time.
Q12 Can I drink alcohol and eat spicy food after receiving the new coronavirus vaccine?
Normal activities and diet will not affect the effectiveness of the vaccine, and there is no need to change your original living habits. However, if symptoms such as fever, fatigue, or even nausea and diarrhea occur after vaccination, you should adjust your diet appropriately, pay attention to rest, and avoid overexertion, let alone alcohol or overeating.
Q13 Can I take a bath after receiving the new coronavirus vaccine?
Can I take a bath after receiving the new coronavirus vaccine? Vaccination personnel often instruct the recipient not to take a shower on the day after vaccination. The main purpose is to prevent infection at the injection site and avoid or reduce the occurrence of local reactions. Some recipients may experience redness, swelling or hardness at the vaccination site after vaccination. Avoid excessive pressure and irritation when bathing, and keep the area clean after bathing.
How to obtain a vaccination voucher after Q14 is fully vaccinated?
After you complete 2 doses of the new coronavirus vaccine, the vaccination clinic will provide a paper vaccination voucher.
You can also check your COVID-19 vaccination record information through the WeChat "Liao Medical Liao Health" applet and COVID-19 vaccination module.