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Wondering what getting a COVID-19 vaccination is like? @whathannahsaid is here to talk you through it. 1/13
Wondering what getting a COVID-19 vaccination is like? @whathannahsaid is here to talk you through it. 1/13
My name is Hannah & I am in remission for acute promyelocytic leukaemia, also known as APML or APL. But I am also a trainee ambulance medical technician – and due to being clinically vulnerable and working on the front line, a recent recipient of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. 2/13
My vaccination was organised through my employer, and I received confirmation via email which also contained a digital ticket and things to consider before the appointment. 3/13
The vaccine centre itself was well signposted. The staff took my temperature, and asked for my name and proof of ID. (Obviously it was a requirement to wear a mask that covered the nose and mouth.) 4/13
I was given a clip board, and attached to it were the following: 5/13
1. A fact sheet and leaflet which contained information about the specific vaccine being offered – to help me understand the risks and benefits of receiving the vaccination. 6/13
2. A form which required me to enter info & answer questions with either yes or no. (FYI: The vaccine isn’t live which makes it suitable for the immunocompromised. However, the form does require those with blood disorders to discuss the vaccination with their consultant/GP.) 7/13
3. And lastly, a clean-me sign. To leave on the seat for sanitising. And yes, chairs were socially distanced. 8/13
A nurse checked my form, signed it, and I was directed to an area behind a screen. I was introduced to a community first responder (CFR) who was doing my vaccination. She checked my form, I took a seat, and before I knew it… sharp scratch! Quick, easy, and pain-free. 9/13
I was then directed to a desk to book my second dose, and given a vaccination card. This stated which COVID-19 vaccine I received, the date I received it and where. It also stated the details for my second appointment. 10/13
I waited in the post-vaccination area for 15 minutes where we were observed for side effects. I felt no difference! Just relief. There were plenty of medically trained professionals hovering around – nurses, CFRs and paramedics – just in case things did go tits up. 11/13
My arm felt a little tender and achy for the next 48 hours. And I was tired, but to be fair, that could have been due to recent shift work. Or the fact I am just a total pro at napping – thanks to my medical history and unfit bod. But otherwise, that was it. 12/13
Big thank you to Hannah @whathannahsaid for sharing her experience! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact our Advocacy team at [email protected]. You can also find more info on the vaccines in our blog > https://bit.ly/COVID-19VaccineFAQ 13/13
