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Citizens aged 45 years and above can schedule appointments online or walk-in to vaccination centres. However, Citizens aged 18-44 years should mandatorily register themselves and schedule appointment online before going to vaccination centre. PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine: Getting Started Source: COWIN app https://www.cowin.gov.in/faq

Currently door to door service for vaccination is not available. Vaccines are available at Government and Private Health Facilities as notified, known as COVID Vaccination Centres (CVCs). Source: https://www.mohfw.gov.in/covid_vaccination/vaccination/faqs.html PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine: Getting Started

At the time of scheduling an appointment on COWIN app, the app will show the name of vaccine being administered at each vaccination centre. Citizens can choose the vaccination centre as per their choice of vaccine being administered. However, the choice will not be available at the Government facilities. As of now, centres have "Covishield"/ "Covaxin" available. Both work fine in preventing the infection as well as prevents an individual from severe illness due to COVID-19 infection. PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine: Getting Started Source: COWIN app https://www.cowin.gov.in/faq

No, you will not get penalized if you don't take COVID-19 vaccine. However, it is advisable to receive the complete schedule of COVID-19 vaccine for protecting one-self against this disease and also to limit the spread of this disease to close contacts including family members, friends, relatives and co-workers. PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine: Getting Started

Vaccination for COVID-19 is voluntary. However, it is advisable to receive the complete schedule of COVID-19 vaccine for protecting one-self against COVID-19 infection. The COVID-19 vaccine will also limit the spread of the infection to close contacts including family members, friends, relatives and co-workers. PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine: Getting Started Source: https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/FAQsonCOVID19VaccineDecember2020.pdf

You should carry your identity proof specified by you at the time of registration on the Co-WIN portal and a printout/screenshot of your appointment slip. PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine: Getting StartedSource: COWIN app https://www.cowin.gov.in/faq

Vaccination Centres provide for a limited number of on-spot registration slots every day. Citizens aged 45 years and above can schedule appointments online or walk-in to vaccination centres. However, Citizens aged 18-44 years should mandatorily register themselves and schedule appointments online before going to the vaccination centre for a hassle-free vaccination experience. PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine: Getting Started Source: COWIN app https://www.cowin.gov.in/faq

1. Persons with history of:
   • Anaphylactic or allergic reaction to a previous dose of COVID-19 vaccine
   • Immediate or delayed-onset anaphylaxis or allergic reaction to vaccines or injectable therapies, pharmaceutical products, food-items etc.
2. Pregnant women: Regarding COVID-19 Vaccination of pregnant women, the matter is under discussion in India. Pregnant women have not been part of any COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial so far. Therefore, women who are pregnant or not sure of their pregnancy; should not receive COVID-19 vaccine at this time
3. Provisional / temporary contraindications: In these conditions, COVID-19 vaccination is to be deferred after recovery
   • Individuals having lab test proven SARS-2 COVID-19 infection: COVID-19 vaccine to be deferred by 3 months after recovery.
   • SARS-2 COVID-19 patients who have been given anti-SARS-2 monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma: COVID-19 vaccine to be deferred by 3 months from the date of discharge from the hospital.
   • Individuals who have received at least the 1stdose and got COVID-19 infection before completion of the dosing schedule: the 2nd dose should defer the COVID-19 vaccine by 3 months after clinical recovery from COVID-19 illness.
   • Persons with any other serious general illness requiring hospitalization or ICU care should also wait for 4-8 weeks before getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
4. Other Health Conditions:
   • Individuals with bleeding disorders like 'haemophilia' should take the vaccine under the supervision of their treating physician.
   • Individuals with heart and brain disorders are on blood thinners like aspirin and antiplatelet drugs can continue with their medicines and have the vaccines. They should also consult their physician. For them, vaccines are absolutely safe
   • One should inform the vaccinator about the medicines they consume and if they are suffering from any known immune issues. The vaccinator should have a record of one's medical condition.

PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine: Getting Started Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare https://www.mohfw.gov.in/covid_vaccination/vaccination/faqs.html Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1719925

All citizens aged 18 years and above are eligible for COVID-19 vaccine in India. PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine: Getting Started Source: COWIN APP FAQ