in the 4η position among European Union countries in relation to vaccinations against COVID-19 is Cyprus, with the total number of vaccinations exceeding 400,000. Rate 41,3% have already received 1η dose of the vaccine (305,274 people) until May 12, while 12,8% completed their vaccination plan (94,730 people).
This period, At the heart of the vaccination plan are young people aged 20-29, who are keenly interested in getting vaccinated, which shows that they understand and understand that only through vaccination we will be able to get our lives back and get back to normal as soon as possible.
Given this great desire and willingness of young people, below are answers to frequently asked questions concerning young people in relation to vaccinations.
1. If I get the vaccine, will I be able to get a solarium?
There are no specific recommendations.
2. If I get the vaccine, will I be able to go for a drink? If not, for how many days?
No studies have been performed to date on whether alcohol affects or causes any side effects after COVID vaccination. There is no evidence that alcohol consumption within the recommended weekly limits will have any effect on the effectiveness of the vaccine.
3. If I get the vaccine, will I be able to go for coffee and consume caffeine? If not, for how many days?
There is no contraindication to caffeine consumption after vaccination. Therefore you can go for coffee whenever you want even immediately after the vaccination if you feel well.
4. If I get the vaccine, will I be able to do exercise or strenuous exercise, such as crossfit? If not, for how many days will I not be able to?
Depending on how one feels, one can resume normal activities. It is generally recommended to avoid strenuous physical exercise in the first days after vaccination.
5. Should I stay home for a few days after my vaccination? If so, how many and why?
Restriction at home after vaccination is not recommended, except for reasons of rest or other reasons, such as the occurrence of a side effect such as fatigue, headache, etc.
6. Can anyone return to normal activity after vaccination?
Depending on how you feel, you can continue your normal activities, while applying the current precautionary measures against the coronavirus and the health protocols that are applied to each premises. If you feel unwell or tired, it is recommended that you rest and avoid using machinery or driving.
7. Do you need to abstain from certain foods after the vaccine?
There are no recommendations for avoiding certain foods after the vaccine.
8. I have a headache, but not because of the vaccine, can I take painkillers after the vaccination?
It is not recommended to differentiate the usual way of treating headache due to vaccination. There are no reports of vaccine interactions with common painkillers, such as paracetamol, and their use is not contraindicated.
9. If I make an appointment for a vaccination and something unexpected happens to me (eg an accident) and I can not go to the appointment, what happens? Am I missing my turn or can I reschedule my appointment?
In order to reschedule the appointment, it is necessary to inform the Ministry of Health immediately. The citizen can either call the Telecommunication Center 1474, where he will be asked to provide the details of the appointment and the reason for requesting the cancellation of his appointment, as well as possible rescheduling dates, or send an e-mail to the e-mail address director@mphs.moh.gov.cy, stating the following:
- Full name
- No. ID Card
- In general, we will delete the personal data we collect from you if it is no longer necessary to achieve the purposes for which it was originally collected. However, we may be asked to retain your personal data for a longer period of time due to legal provisions.
- Date and time of the appointment
- If reprogramming concerns 1η or the 2η dose
- Vaccination Center
- Type of vaccine
- No. Telephone contact
- Reason for requesting an appointment change (eg coronavirus case, close case contact, etc.)
- When reprogramming is desired
After the above information is received from the Ministry of Health and verified, the rescheduling of the appointment will be promoted and the citizen will be informed. The citizen does not need to take any further action through the Vaccination Portal.
Reference: https://www.pio.gov.cy
10. Are SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus vaccines safe or do they have side effects? If so, which ones?
SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus vaccines are safe and, based on the latest safety data, the benefits outweigh the risks. Prior to any approval, vaccines are subjected to rigorous testing and clinical trials to ensure that they meet internationally agreed safety and efficacy reporting standards. Competent regulatory authorities are constantly monitoring the use of vaccines COVID-19 to ensure that they remain safe.
Like all vaccines, so are vaccines COVID-19 can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. The side effects reported for vaccines COVID-19 are mostly mild to moderate and short-lived. The most common include redness and pain at the injection site, fever, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, chills, nausea, diarrhea and swelling. In some cases they may be more severe or last longer. The chances of any of the above side effects occurring after vaccination vary depending on the particular vaccine. COVID-19. Further information can be found in the Package Leaflet: User Information, which is available for each vaccine on the European Medicines Agency website.
11. Do I need to take precautions against coronavirus after vaccination? If so, why and for how long?
Vaccines are one of the tools to deal with the pandemic. However, as the pandemic continues, we must take all necessary measures to prevent the spread of the virus and prevent more deaths. We must continue to adhere to social distance measures, stay at home if necessary and follow all preventive measures that have been shown to be effective and keep us safe (use of mask, regular and meticulous hand hygiene, cleanliness of the area where we live or we work). At the same time, we need to support and encourage vaccination in order to increase population coverage. The sooner the largest percentage of the population is vaccinated, the sooner immunity will develop in the community and we will be able to gradually return to our normal way of life.
12. Can people who have had allergies in the past be vaccinated?
The vaccines against COVID-19 should not be used in people who are hypersensitive to the active substance or to any of the excipients in the vaccine.
People who have had a severe allergic reaction or have trouble breathing after any other vaccine or medicine, or after being given a vaccine COVID-19 in the past, they should contact their Personal Physician before deciding to administer the vaccine.
It is noted that the answers to the above questions are based on the data available so far and the current recommendations of European and global organizations on public health issues and which are constantly updated.