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Your Vaccination Journey at Medanta
After you arrive at Medanta to receive the COVID-19 Vaccination, you will go through the following steps:
- 1. Report at the COVID-19 Vaccination Helpdesk.
- 2. Get your appointment schedule verified at the COVID-19 Vaccination Helpdesk. Here you will be given a vaccination slot slip.
- 3. After the verification, head to the vaccination centre.
- 4. At the vaccination centre, basic verification of details such as patient name and Government ID proof is done.
- 5. Next, CoWIN registration is done, followed by verification on the CoWIN App.
- 6. After billing and registration, you will be allotted a vaccination station where you will get vaccinated.
- 7. After vaccination, the vaccinator will provide a slip stating the exact vaccination administration time.
- 8. You will next head to the observation area where you will be monitored for 30 minutes for any adverse reactions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will COVID 19 vaccine be given to everyone simultaneously?
Following the first phase of vaccination drive which covered healthcare and frontline workers, the second population group to receive COVID 19 vaccine starting 1st March 2021 includes citizens over 60 years of age and people 45 years or older with comorbid conditions.
Will the vaccine be safe as it is being introduced in a short span of time?
Vaccine has been introduced in the country only after the regulatory bodies cleared it based on its safety and efficacy.
Is it mandatory to take the vaccine?
Vaccination for COVID 19 is voluntary.
However, it is advisable to receive the complete schedule of COVID 19 vaccine for protecting oneself and limiting the spread of the disease.
Is it necessary for a COVID recovered person to take the vaccine?
It is advisable to receive the complete schedule of the vaccine irrespective of the past history of infection as it will help in developing a strong immune response.
Can a person having COVID 19 (confirmed / suspected) infection be vaccinated?
Infected individuals should defer vaccination for 14 days after resolution of symptoms as they may increase the risk of spreading the virus to others at the vaccination site.
What are the possible side effects one may face after getting vaccinated?
You may experience, common and minor side effects like pain, redness, or swelling at the vaccination site, headache, muscle or joint pain, fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher, chills and fatigue.
REPORT TO THE NEAREST EMERGENCY IN CASE OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Any sign of an allergic reaction, such as rash, hives, itching, red/swollen/ blistered/peeling skin with or without fever, wheezing, tightness in the chest/throat, trouble breathing/swallowing/talking, unusual hoarseness or swelling of the mouth/face/lips/tongue/throat.
- Symptoms such as fast or slow heartbeat, dizziness, passing out, weakness, anxiety, confusion, or change in eyesight/hearing.
Out of the multiple vaccines available, how is one or more vaccine chosen for administration?
The safety and efficacy data from clinical trial of vaccine candidates are examined by the Drug Regulator before granting of the license. Hence, all the licensed COVID 19 vaccines will have comparable safety and efficacy.
However, it must be ensured that the entire schedule of vaccination is completed by only one type of vaccine as different COVID 19 vaccines are not interchangeable.
What documents are required for registration of eligible beneficiary?
Any of the below mentioned ID with photo may be produced at time of registration.
- Aadhaar / Driving License / Voter ID/ Pan card/ Passport / Job card/ Pension document
- Health insurance Smart Card issued under the scheme of ministry of labour
- Mahatma Gandhi Nation Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)
- Official identity card issued to MPs/ MLAs/MLCs
- Passbook issued by Bank / Post office
- Service ID card issued by Central / State Govt. / Public Limited Company
Can a person get the COVID 19 vaccine without registration?
No. registration is mandatory for COVID 19 vaccination.
If a person is unable to produce photo ID at the session site, will she / he be vaccinated?
Photo ID is a must for both registration and verification at session site to ensure that the intended person is vaccinated.
How will the beneficiary receive information about the due date of vaccination ?
Following online registration, the beneficiary will receive SMS on their mobile number about the due date, place and time of vaccination.
Will beneficiaries receive information on their vaccination status after completion ?
Yes. On getting due doses of COVID 19 vaccine the beneficiary will receive SMS on their mobile number. After all doses of vaccine are administered, a QR code- based certificate will also be sent on their number.
Are there any preventive measures and precautions that one needs to follow at the session site?
- You must rest at the observation area at the vaccination centre for at least half an hour after taking the COVID 19 vaccine.
- Inform the clinical staff in case you subsequently feel any discomfort or uneasiness.
- Remember to continue following COVID Appropriate Behaviours like wearing of masks, maintaining hand sanitization and physical distancing (of 6 feet or Do Gaj)
If one is taking medicines for illnesses like Cancer, Diabetes, Hypertension, etc., can she / he take the COVID 19 vaccine?
Yes. Persons with one or more of these comorbid conditions are considered a high – risk category.They need to get COVID 19 vaccination after consulting their treating doctors.
How many doses of the vaccine would have to be taken and at what interval?
Two doses of vaccine, 28 days apart, need to be taken by an individual to complete the vaccination schedule.
When would antibodies develop after taking the dose?
Protective levels of antibodies are generally developed two weeks after receiving the 2 nd dose of COVID 19 vaccine.
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