On the morning of the 27th, medical staff at the National Medical Center’s Central Vaccination Center in Euljiro, Jung-gu, Seoul, are receiving the Pfizer vaccine. Photojournalists Association
15 reports of adverse reactions were received during the first day of vaccination against the novel coronavirus infection (Corona 19), on the 26th. As of 0 o’clock on the 27th, a total of 14,489 people completed the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine.
On the 27th, Kwon Jun-wook, head of the second division of the Central Defense Response Headquarters, held a regular briefing for Corona 19 and said, “The 1st dose of AstraZeneca vaccine for a total of 18,489 people has been completed as of 0 o’clock on the 27th.” According to the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ▶ 13,929 nursing hospitals (6.9%) ▶ 4548 nursing facilities (4.2%) ▶ 12 first responders A total of 11,489 people were designated as primary vaccination institutions and targets and received vaccinations.
A total of 15 adverse reactions reported after vaccination were mild, which can be common during vaccination. An official of the scriptwriter said, “After vaccination, adverse reactions such as pain, swelling, chills, fever, and nausea appearing at the vaccination site generally disappear within minutes or days without treatment during the normal immunization process, so it can be judged as minor.” He explained. He added, “However, if you have an allergic reaction such as hives, rashes, or swelling of your face or hands, you should visit a medical institution to check for any abnormal reactions,” he added.
Priority vaccination with focus on maintenance of medical and quarantine
As the first dose of the Corona 19 Pfizer vaccine started at the Central Vaccination Center of the National Medical Center in Jung-gu, Seoul on the morning of the 27th, medical workers who received the injection are waiting in the observation room. On that day, 199 medical staff and workers at the National Medical Center receive Pfizer vaccination. Photo Sharing Foundation
According to the Corona 19 Vaccination Response Promotion Team, the order of vaccination is ▶In case of severe or high risk of death ▶In case it is essential for maintenance of medical and quarantine system ▶Vaccination is given priority when it is absolutely necessary to prevent spread of community or group infection. I decided to do it.
“In the first half of the year, we are starting the priority vaccinations in the first half, focusing on essential parts to lower the risk of severe relaxation or death related to the elderly, and to maintain the medical system and quarantine system,” said Jeong Kyung-sil, head of the vaccination management team.
By region: ▶ Seoul 1922 ▶ Busan 485 ▶ Daegu 308 ▶ Incheon 881 ▶ Gwangju 3072 ▶ Daejeon 397 ▶ Ulsan 160 ▶ Sejong 40 ▶ Gyeonggi 3532 ▶ Gangwon 750 ▶ Chungbuk 827 ▶ Chungnam 1558 ▶Jeonbuk 1086 ▶Jeonnam 1740 ▶Gyeongbuk 400 ▶Gyeongnam 1052 ▶Jeju 279 completed the first vaccination.
The quarantine authorities said, “Because the number of vaccinations in Seoul is small compared to other regions on the first day, the number of vaccinations in a specific region is not significant.” He said, “Because the schedule for vaccination by public health centers visiting nursing hospitals and facilities may vary by region, it would have been affected by the vaccination plan of each region.”
Meanwhile, deputy head of Kwon said, “From the standpoint of the quarantine authorities, every single person receiving vaccination is the No. 1 vaccination officer.” Said.
“Even if vaccination begins, please be aware that it will take a considerable amount of time for the epidemic prevention effect to appear.” “Until the point when group immunity increases at the end of this year, we will continue to protect the safety of ourselves, our neighbors, and society. Please join us,” he added.
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