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COVID-19 vaccines

Updated on: January 31, 2022

Vaccines—together with social distancing and face masks—are critical to ending the current phase of the COVID-19 epidemic in India, and returning to life as it was.

The Vaccines:

There are now multiple COVID-19 vaccines in India. All of these vaccines are very safe and highly effective at preventing severe disease and death. While some vaccinated individuals can still get infected, these cases are likely to be minor, and many will not show any symptoms. The vaccines also reduce the chance of transmitting the virus to others if infected. Getting vaccinated protects you and those around you. It’s important to continue with COVID-19 appropriate behaviors even after being vaccinated. This includes social distancing and wearing a face mask.

Availability:

COVID-19 vaccines are provided free-of-cost to all by the Government of India, at public vaccination centres. You can register to get your COVID-19 vaccine on the Co-WIN website. This is the best way to ensure that there are vaccines available at the vaccination centre. However, there is no longer a requirement to register ahead of time. You and anyone else older than 15 years can go directly to the vaccination centre to receive your COVID-19 vaccine. For front line health workers and individuals older than 60 years with a comorbidity, a precautionary dose can be taken 9 months after administration of the second dose.

Tackling misinformation:

There is a lot of wrong information circulating about COVID-19 vaccines primarily on social media. It is important to get the right information. There are several trusted sources of helpful and accurate information about COVID-19 vaccines, including the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the World Health Organization, and Johns Hopkins University. Speak with your family members, friends, and community members about the importance of vaccination and maintaining COVID-19 appropriate behaviors. Together, we can end this epidemic.

COVID-19 FAQs

Updated on: January 31, 2022

There is a lot of incorrect information circulating and it is important to get the right information about COVID-19 vaccines. For answers to other frequently asked questions, visit the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center.

  • Is it safe to go to the clinic right now to get my vaccine?

    Yes, with the right precautions. The best way to protect yourself is to wear a proper face mask, maintain do gaz ki doori, minimize speaking, and minimize time indoors. If you feel uncomfortable, tell the staff members at the vaccination centre so they can provide a comfortable environment for everyone.

  • People I know have been infected after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Do the vaccines work?

    Yes, these vaccines work. They provide substantial protection against severe disease and death. People who have been fully vaccinated can still fall ill with COVID-19; however, the likelihood of falling severely ill or dying is greatly diminished after being vaccinated. This is why it is important to continue wearing a proper face mask and social distancing even after being vaccinated.

  • Do the vaccines still work against the current circulating variants of concern?

    Vaccines are the best way to protect against severe COVID-19 disease, including disease caused by new variants of concern. Widespread vaccination can reduce the emergence of new variants as well.

  • CAN I BE VACCINATED IF I AM PREGNANT OR BREASTFEEDING?

    Yes, the Government of India now recommends COVID-19 vaccination for those who are pregnant. While the overall risk of severe disease remains low for pregnant individuals, pregnant individuals are at increased risk of severe disease and of premature pregnancy compared to women of the same age who are not pregnant. For these reasons, pregnant individuals, especially those who are at increased risk of becoming infected, should consider being vaccinated.

  • CAN I BE VACCINATED IF I TAKE DRUGS FOR HYPERTENSION, DIABETES, OR CANCER?

    Yes, you can still be vaccinated for COVID-19 if you take drugs for these health issues.

  • CAN I STOP WEARING A FACE MASK NOW THAT I’M VACCINATED?

    No, if you are vaccinated, it is important to continue COVID-19 appropriate behaviors—wearing a mask, maintaining do gaz ki doori, and avoiding social interactions when possible. Once more people are vaccinated and cases have reduced, it could be safe to remove masks again.

  • Which is the best vaccine?

    All vaccines available in India are safe and very effective. The best vaccine is the vaccine you can get first.

Yes, with the right precautions. The best way to protect yourself is to wear a proper face mask, maintain do gaz ki doori, minimize speaking, and minimize time indoors. If you feel uncomfortable, tell the staff members at the vaccination centre so they can provide a comfortable environment for everyone.

Yes, these vaccines work. They provide substantial protection against severe disease and death. People who have been fully vaccinated can still fall ill with COVID-19; however, the likelihood of falling severely ill or dying is greatly diminished after being vaccinated. This is why it is important to continue wearing a proper face mask and social distancing even after being vaccinated.

Vaccines are the best way to protect against severe COVID-19 disease, including disease caused by new variants of concern. Widespread vaccination can reduce the emergence of new variants as well.

No, if you are vaccinated, it is important to continue COVID-19 appropriate behaviors—wearing a mask, maintaining do gaz ki doori, and avoiding social interactions when possible. Once more people are vaccinated and cases have reduced, it could be safe to remove masks again.

Yes, you can still be vaccinated for COVID-19 if you take drugs for these health issues.

All vaccines available in India are safe and very effective. The best vaccine is the vaccine you can get first.

About the campaign

“Teeka lagwaya na?” is a campaign to help encourage the COVID-19 vaccination and accelerate the end to the acute phased of the COVID-19 epidemic in India. There are many ongoing vaccination efforts led by the Government of India and with the support of a range of partners. This campaign aims to support and supplement these ongoing efforts. We believe strongly that every little bit helps.

Who are we? This campaign represents a unique partnership between the Gupta-Klinsky India Institute at Johns Hopkins University, the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, Wieden+Kennedy, and several other partners. Together, these organizations designed and developed the “Teeka Lagwaya Na?” campaign. The Gupta-Klinsky India Institute at Johns Hopkins University provided the funding for this campaign. Wieden+Kennedy provided substantial pro bono support. PGIMER, Chandigarh has also been a critical partner and supported the content development for the campaign.

The campaign videos have been written and directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, a National Film Award-winning director. He worked closely with the campaign partners to develop the vision and content for the films. Varun Grover, a National Film Award-winning lyricist, also contributed to the campaign.

All actors in the films have been fully vaccinated. Production of the films was done in July taking all necessary COVID precautions into account.

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