At the beginning of 2021,the Chinese government said it would provide the free COVID-19 vaccines(疫苗)for all Chinese citizens. Since then, millions of people have gotten the vaccines. Let's take a closer look.
____The vaccine is given by injection(注射). It's suggested to get two doses(剂). You should wait about two weeks after the first dose to get the second one.
Can people of all ages get vaccinated? The vaccines have been tested among three different age groups: 3 to 17, 18 to 59, and 60 and above. The 18 to 59 age group has the most data(数据)and the vaccines have been proven to be safe for this group. The other two groups are expected to be included soon.
Is there anyone who shouldn't get vaccinated? Experts said the vaccines are safe for most people. But people who have serious diseases such as cancer or diabetes(糖尿病),or people are allergic(过敏的). People should not get any other vaccines during the same period.
Do I still need to wear a mask in public places after I've been vaccinated? Yes. It takes a few weeks for the body to build immunity after vaccination. This means it's possible for a person to get infected(传染的)just after vaccination. There's also a small chance that your body won't build immunity. So before the population becomes immune to the virus, it's highly encouraged to keep wearing masks, practicing social distancing(社交隔离)and washing your hands after getting vaccinated.