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The World Health Organization (WHO) has made recommendations on how to correctly use the COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna (USA), who is better to get vaccinated first, and who to avoid.
The advice of the WHO strategic advisory group of experts has been posted on the organization’s website. At the same time, the recommendations were called temporary, as vaccine research continues.
Who can get vaccinated against the coronavirus with Moderna
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First of all, it is necessary to vaccinate doctors who are at high risk of infection, the elderly.
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When the drug becomes more affordable, vaccinating additional priority citizen groups is recommended.
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The vaccine is safe and effective for people with chronic diseases (hypertension, diabetes, asthma, lung, liver or kidney disease).
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Immunosuppressed people in priority groups should be vaccinated after further consultation.
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People with HIV are at increased risk for severe COVID-19. These patients should receive information and advice.
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Those who have had COVID-19 in the past should also get vaccinated. If desired, vaccination can be postponed for up to six months after the first infection.
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The drug can be used for women who are breastfeeding (if they are health workers). It is not recommended to stop breastfeeding after vaccination.
Who should not get vaccinated?
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Vaccination is not yet recommended for pregnant women, but if they work in the health sector, vaccination is possible.
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You cannot use the vaccine for people with severe allergies to any component of the drug.
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Despite the recommendation to vaccinate the elderly, cases should be evaluated separately if life expectancy does not exceed three months.
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The vaccine should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age until more evidence is available.
The WHO also named the recommended dose of the drug: 100 μg, 0.5 ml for each vaccine. The second injection should not be given before 28 days after the first. If necessary, the interval between doses can be increased to 42 days. The same product should be used for both doses.
Moderna is said to have passed the European Medical Agency (EMA) review and WHO criteria.
It is recommended to observe all vaccinated persons for at least 15 minutes after vaccination. Those who are immediately allergic to the first dose should not receive the second.
Modern vaccine efficacy
Studies have shown the drug to be about 92% effective in protecting against COVID-19, starting 14 days after the first injection.
Known mutations do not preliminarily reduce the efficacy of the vaccine.
At the same time, the WHO does not know if the vaccine is capable of protecting against the transmission of COVID-19. Immunity lasts for several months, but the total duration is not yet known. These questions are being studied.
As OBOZREVATEL reported:
