Ready for the Covid-19 Vaccine? Here is What to Expect

The coronavirus pandemic took a big blow to the entire world. Though it wasn’t a knockout, everyone almost gave up until news of the vaccine came out. At this time, people are adapting to living with the virus since the virus might be here for some time. With the virus now produced and countries buying it in bulk, we wonder, what does the vaccine mean for us? Does this mean the virus that had spread fear and panic all over the world will be no more? While this might be the case, we are yet to know of the outcomes.

 

High-Risk Persons First

You should expect no vaccine at first if you aren’t a high-risk person. This means if you have strong immunity, you are physically fit and have no underlying diseases, you won’t get the vaccine first. All governments are administering the vaccine to people who are most at risk from COVID-19. These are obese people with lifestyle diseases and others with underlying diseases.

 

Side Effects

After getting the vaccine, the side effects kick in. Just like all other medicines, coronavirus vaccines can cause side effects. Most of the side effects are short term and mild and not everyone will get them. The vaccine will be administered in two doses and even if you have the symptoms after you are done with the first dost, you will still be expected to have the second dose. The first dose gives you some protection, but the second dose is expected to give you the best protection.

Some of the common side effects of the vaccine include:

• Headache
• Feeling tired and fatigue
• A painful, heavy feeling combined with tenderness where you had the injection.
• Mild flu-like symptoms

After having your vaccine, you should be able to go back to your normal daily activities provided that you are feeling well. Your arm might feel sore and give you problems doing some heavy lifting. Avoid driving or operating any machinery if you feel unwell. For women, it is advisable to avoid getting pregnant for two months after getting the vaccination.

After the first dose and feel unwell, you can wait to recover before going for the second dose. However, make sure you try and have the vaccine as soon as possible after the first dose. There is a glimpse of hope for the world with the COVID-19 vaccine and it is our hope the virus gets contained.

 

References:

1. https://hub.jhu.edu/2020/12/18/vaccine-side-effects-what-to-expect

       2. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-vaccination-what-to-expect-after-vaccination/what-to-expect-after-your-covid-19-vaccination

      3. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/expect.html

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