Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the recommendation by NEGVAC on COVID-19 vaccination?
A. Individuals having lab test proven SARS-2 COVID-19 illness should wait for 3 months after recovery for COVID-19 vaccination.
B. Persons with any other serious general illness requiring hospitalization or ICU care should wait for 4-8 weeks before getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
C. 2nd dose should be deferred by 3 months after clinical recovery from COVID-19 illness.
D. All of these
Explanation:
The National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration for COVID-19 (NEGVAC) has shared fresh recommendations regarding COVID-19 vaccination with the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Recommendations with respect to Deferring the COVID-19 vaccination in the following scenario:
- Individuals having lab test proven SARS-2 COVID-19 illness: COVID-19 vaccination 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 vaccination to be deferred by 3 months from the date of discharge from the hospital.
- Individuals who have received at least the 1st dose and got COVID-19 infection before completion of the dosing schedule: the 2nd dose should be deferred 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.
