Ever since the outbreak of covid-19, the world is never the same as before
anymore.
we are not allow to cross borders, no travelling, no mass gatherings and some
could not even visit their family members!
Hopefully the situation of covid outbreak in malaysia could improve with the
recent vaccination program kickstarted by the government yesterday. Our prime
minister got his first shot of vaccine and more will get vaccinated as well.
I got curious and search up some articles regarding the pfizer vaccine
and here is some info you can read up regarding
1. the pfizer vaccine.
2. steps to register for vaccination in malaysia.
3. other information regarding the vaccine.
Get to know them better before getting vaccinated.
How vaccine can help contain diseases?
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General info regarding the Pfizer vaccine
Vaccine type: mRNA , and does not contain eggs, perservatives or latex
it is given in 2 shots, 21 days apart
location: in the muscle of the upper arm
Consult the doctors if
- you had mild to severe allergic reaction to any
ingredient in the covid 19 vaccine*
- can develop either immediately or within 4hours of getting
vaccinated
- symptoms: hives, swelling, wheezing, shortness of
breath
- not allow to get the second dose of vaccine
Common side effects in a day or two after vaccine:
- might feel pain on the arm that you got injected
- can develop mild swelling or redness on the injection site
- some can have chills, tiredness or headache after getting
vaccinated
- the side effects might affect your daily activites but should improve
in a few days.
Tips:
1. Keep calm and visit the doctor to talk about your pain or discomfort. Visit
the doctor if the redness or tenderness worsens after 24hours.
2. Apply a clean, cool wet cloth over the vaccinated area that has discomfort
3. Drink plenty of water, make sure you are hydrated.
reference:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines/Pfizer-BioNTech.html
Proses of vaccination through the mysejahtera App and website:
How to register:
it is quite easy actually to get registered for vaccine
- in Malaysia, you can just register via My Sejahtera APP
- Steps are shown in diagram below
- check this website for more information as well: https://www.vaksincovid.gov.my/
- pdf download reference: vaccine program
- those without the app can register via
1. the website
2. all the hotline (coming soon)'
3. at the public or private healthcare facility
4. through assistance programmes for residents in rural
and inland areas
reference: https://www.bernama.com/en/general/news.php?id=1932038
https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/pm-muhyiddin-receives-first-covid-19-vaccine-as-malaysia-kicks-off-mass-inoculation
So what are you waiting for?
Start registering via the app for the vaccine once you are ready!
Reminder:
Vaccinated ≠ stop wearing mask
However getting vaccinated doesn't mean you can stop wearing mask and be
involve in mass gatherings to put ourselves and others at risk. This is
because it is still unclear regarding which the vaccine can do to stop the
infection and transmission.
Be a responsible earth dweller and stay safe.
Other Information regarding the vaccine:
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the countries that have yet to start covid 19 vaccinations:
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keep yourself updated here:
Doctors discussion regarding vaccination:
References:
3. regarding vaccinated ppl can skip covid quarantines
4. Vaccination for pregnant women
5. WHO also encourages for those at highest risk of serious disease or
death to get vaccinated first against covid 19. They have been working on
the ways to aim successful distribution of vaccine and treatments across
all countries as well.
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