COVID-19 MASS VACCINATION IN KENYA KEY FACTS-GET YOUR FACTS RIGHT THEN ACCESS THE FULL LIST OF CENTRES THAT HAVE BEEN VETTED AND APPROVED TO ADMINISTER THE VACCINE IN KENYA PER COUNTY AND SUB COUNTY, MARCH 15, 2021

COVID-19 MASS VACCINATION IN KENYA KEY FACTS-GET YOUR FACTS RIGHT THEN ACCESS THE FULL LIST OF CENTRES THAT HAVE BEEN VETTED AND APPROVED TO ADMINISTER THE VACCINE IN KENYA PER COUNTY AND SUB COUNTY, MARCH 15, 2021

The arrival of approximately 1 million doses of the newly-invented covid-19 vaccine in Kenya has paved way for a mass vaccination exercise targeting high-risk groups and frontline workers.

Unfortunately, not all Kenyans are pre-qualified for the vaccination during the first phase owing to the limited supply of doses.

Besides, every vaccine has got side effects ranging from mild to severe. It is therefore prudent to acquaint yourself with the possible side-effects and other relevant facts about the new covid-19 vaccine being administered in Kenya.

FACTS ABOUT THE NEW COVID-19 VACCINE BEING ADMINISTERED IN KENYA

Brief History

The covid-19 vaccine currently being administered in Kenya is known as AstraZeneca. It was procured and distributed by UNICEF as part of the COVAX facility.

COVAX is a global initiative launched by the World Health Organization, the European Commission, and France last April to ensure COVID-19 diagnostics, treatments, and vaccines reach the developing world.

All registered nations receive equal access to the vaccines irrespective of their income.

Is it safe?

Yes. This is simply because it has undergone all the clinical trials and received a series of independent reviews including regulatory review and approval.

HOW IS IT ADMINISTERED?

The health worker administers the vaccine in form of an injection, a jab on the upper part of the arm. See the picture below.

TSC BOSS Dr. Nancy Macharia being vaccinated against covid-19

POSSIBLE SIDE-EFFECTS

A sore arm said Jemimah Katama a nurse and lead coordinator at Kenyatta National Hospital’s Infection Prevention and Control department.

WHO SHOULD BE VACCINATED AGAINST COVID-19 DURING THE FIRST PHASE?

Kindly note that not all Kenyans are currently pre-qualified to receive the covid-19 vaccine. Due to limited doses, the government has given priority to frontline workers including teachers, health workers especially those aged 50 and above.

For full details, read the article below

COVID-19 VACCINE ACCESS AND LOCATION: LIST OF HOSPITALS, CENTRES APPROVED BY THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH, MoH TO OFFER VACCINATION SERVICES IN KENYA