Malaysia recorded 5,244 new Covid-19 cases today – raising the possibility of the total lockdown imposed three weeks ago being extended, yet again. Also, in Twentytwo13’s highlights today, Johor Sultan disappointed Covid-19 crisis not resolved, and seven nabbed for celebrating birthday in Shah Alam.
Tag: Vaccination
Malaysian students welcome chance to be vaccinated
Teenagers in Malaysia have signed up to be vaccinated against Covid-19. Also in Twentytwo13’s highlights today, research into Malaysia’s Covid-19 vaccine still in cloning stage, and Umno and Pakatan Harapan Plus senators push for the opening of Parliament.
Lucky to receive Covid-19 vaccine, but many are still having trouble getting an appointment
Getting the population vaccinated against Covid-19 is far from smooth, but we must still get it done. Among the other items in this week’s ‘The MCO Diaries’ are a sad milestone in Covid-19 fatalities, chicken recipes and a Father’s Day song by Connie Francis.
Still getting Covid-19 vaccine appointments far from home? Use interactive helpdesk, says KJ
Coordinating Minister for the Covid-19 National Immunisation Programme, Khairy Jamaluddin says those who submit a request to MySejahtera helpdesk to change their vaccination venue will be given new appointments at a nearby centre “as soon as possible”.
Vaccine appointments – Hottest date of the season
We have been battling the pandemic for more than a year now and securing an appointment for the Covid-19 vaccine is like trying to win a lottery ticket, writes Rita Jong.
Proper storage, training needed before private GPs can give Covid-19 vaccine shots. Here’s why…
A 2014 Malaysian study titled ‘Vaccine Storage in Private Practice: A community trial’ published in the Journal of Family Medicine and Community Health, revealed vaccine storage practices in private practitioner clinics (PPC) are poor, and a concerted effort to improve them at the national level had been lacking.
Mum hasn’t turned into an alien after first Covid-19 vaccination jab
After weeks of waiting, Graig Nunis’ mum received her first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine at the Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre last Saturday. If you haven’t, please sign up to be vaccinated.
Covid-19: The vexing thing about vaccinations
The answer to the debate over vaccinations should be clear, says Dr John Teo.
We have ourselves to blame if Covid-19 fourth wave comes
There are signs the fourth wave of Covid-19 infections is coming. The numbers have started to increase as people have taken it easy thinking the war against the coronavirus has been won.
Former National Sports Council director-general Dr Ramlan Aziz urges Malaysians to sign up for ‘quick, painless and easy’ Covid-19 vaccination
Datuk Dr Ramlan Aziz, impressed by Covid-19 vaccination process, says it is “painless” and he “did not suffer any side effects” despite fasting. He hopes more Malaysians register to get the shots.
Retired doctors, private practitioners want to help convince people on signing up for Covid-19 vaccination
Senior doctors, including retired government medical practitioners, are willing to assist the government in educating the public regarding the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme which has a low sign-up rate, and dispel concerns over the vaccine.
‘Don’t listen to rumours, just get the Covid-19 vaccine jab’
An assistant medical officer based in Manjung shares his experience of getting the Covid-19 vaccination yesterday as he urges Malaysians to do the same to keep each other safe.
Putrajaya must call right shots as pneumococcal jabs deadline draws near
The pneumococcal vaccination exercise is slated to start in June and the Health Ministry has to decide fast which vaccine will be best for our children – one that’s effective and proven or a new, untested version that promises cost-saving.