Vaccination against COVID-19

Vaccination against COVID-19

We answer the questions that are most often asked about COVID-19 vaccination. 🦠

⠀ ❓How to protect yourself and others from infection.

⠀ The best protection is vaccination.

The head of the Ministry of Health noted that, on behalf of the Head of State, on February 1, 2021, vaccination against coronavirus infection has begun in the Republic of Kazakhstan . 

“At the first stage, Russian-made vaccines, Sputnik V, were procurementd. In record time, the production of the Sputnik V vaccine was localized on the basis of the Karaganda pharmaceutical complex.

As reported, the first batch of Sputnik V vaccine arrived in Kazakhstan and will be distributed across the regions!

⠀ To prevent infection, the following rules must be observed:

▪️ avoid crowded places; shorten contacts; wear a mask; use antiseptics with an alcohol content of at least 70%; wash your hands after visiting public places and do not touch your face; wipe smartphones with alcohol wipes, rinse vegetables and fruits under hot water.

⠀ To reduce the risk of infection, it is also recommended to lead a healthy lifestyle, exercise, eat foods rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals and do not forget about good sleep 😴

⠀ ❓ Where to get vaccinated.

⠀ The list of institutions where you can get vaccinated can be found on the website!

⠀ ❓Who can schedule a vaccination.

⠀ People who do not have medical contraindications can get vaccinated.

⠀ The following categories of citizens are subject to vaccination as a priority:

• persons over 60 years of age;

• social workers and others working with a large number of people;

• people with chronic diseases.

⠀ ❓ Is the vaccine effective?

⠀ The vaccine builds immunity to the disease. The efficacy and safety of the vaccine has been clinically proven 👌

⠀ ❓What are the indications for vaccination.

⠀ All people over 18 years of age who have no contraindications should be vaccinated. This will reduce the risk of infection.

⠀ ❓ What are the contraindications to vaccination.

• hypersensitivity to any component of the vaccine or to a vaccine containing similar components;
• severe allergic reactions in history;
• acute infectious and non-infectious diseases;
• exacerbation of chronic diseases. Vaccination is carried out no earlier than 2–4 weeks after recovery or remission;
• pregnancy and breastfeeding period;
• age below 18 years.