Yantai Disease Control and Prevention reminds eligible persons to receive the COVID-19 vaccine booster shot as soon as possible

Yantai Disease Control and Prevention reminds eligible personnel to receive a booster shot of the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible

Since October 17, there have been many local epidemics in China, which are developing rapidly and have spread to Shandong. In many provinces, including Beijing, the prevention and control situation is very serious. The COVID-19 vaccine is an important weapon against the virus. Strengthening immunization is of great significance to protect susceptible groups and effectively contain the epidemic. Experts from the Immunology Department of Yantai City Disease Center reminded the general public that Yantai City’s new crown vaccine booster shots have been fully launched, and eligible citizens are requested to get vaccinated as soon as possible.

According to research from the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, as time passes after vaccination, the level of neutralizing antibodies in the recipients decreases, and the protective effect gradually weakens. In this case, increasing the number of vaccine shots can effectively improve immunity levels and increase protection. Data shows that the antibody level 14 days after vaccination is equivalent to 10-30 times the original level. In addition, the antibodies produced by the booster vaccine are more durable and have a wider antibody spectrum, which can better deal with virus variants.

At present, the enhanced immunization with the new coronavirus vaccine in Yantai City is being promoted in an orderly manner, with priority given to groups at high risk of infection and those in key positions that ensure the basic operation of society, and others who have completed 2 doses of the new coronavirus inactivated vaccine for more than 6 months Personnel can also make appointments for vaccination at designated vaccination clinics in their jurisdiction. In addition, if there are no contraindications for people aged 12 and above, please complete the first and second doses of vaccination as soon as possible to build a strong immune barrier as soon as possible.

Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is an effective measure to prevent COVID-19, and it is also the responsibility and obligation of every citizen. It is urgent to upgrade the "shield". Citizens who meet the conditions for enhanced immunity are asked to complete the vaccination as soon as possible!