The vaccination campaign is gaining momentum in Ukraine. New records are set every week for the number of vaccinated. The Ministry of Health answered the most popular questions of Ukrainians about vaccinations against COVID-19
No no need. In particular, there is no need to do a PCR test or analysis for antibodies to CoVID-19 before or after vaccination.
2. Can I fly by plane after vaccination?
Can. Medical experts believe there is no cause for concern that the coronavirus vaccine could affect the risk of thrombosis during air travel.
3. Can I drink alcohol before or after getting the COVID-19 vaccine?
There is now no reason to believe that moderate alcohol consumption affects the effectiveness of coronavirus vaccination. At the same time, high doses of alcohol depress the immune system, which can weaken the immune response to it.
4. Is it okay to eat fatty foods before or after the coronavirus vaccination?
Your diet or composition may not be a barrier to COVID-19 vaccination. However, it should be remembered that for some people, "heavy" food can cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, which can worsen your well-being in the post-vaccination period.
5. Can I wet the vaccine injection site, take a shower?
You can take a shower or a bath, wet the vaccination site. The main thing is not to rub the injection site in order to avoid unnecessary skin irritation.
6. Are there any restrictions on physical activity after vaccination?
If you do not have a strong reaction to the COVID-19 vaccine and are feeling well, then there are no restrictions on training or other types of physical activity. However, it should be remembered that excessive stress is harmful to health, and listen to your body.
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