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Side effects and perceptions following Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccination
Balsam Qubais Saeed1, Rula Al-Shahrabi2, Shaikha Salah Alhaj2
1Clinical Sciences Department, College of Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, UAE; Sharjah Institute for Medical Research, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, UAE.
Summary
The Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine's side effects, including injection site pain and fatigue, were mild and more common in younger adults and females. This evidence aims to reduce vaccine hesitancy.
Area of Science:
- Immunology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- COVID-19 vaccines are crucial for global eradication efforts.
- Understanding vaccine side effects is vital for public trust and vaccine uptake.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the side effects of the Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine.
- To analyze demographic factors associated with vaccine side effects.
- To explore reasons for vaccine hesitancy.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional survey conducted in the United Arab Emirates from January to April 2021.
- Collected data on demographic information and vaccine side effects.
- Assessed attitudes towards COVID-19 vaccination.
Main Results:
- Common side effects included injection site pain, fatigue, and headache, particularly in participants aged ≤49 years and females.
- Side effects were generally mild and predictable across both vaccine doses.
- The primary reason for vaccine unwillingness was perceived ineffectiveness.
Conclusions:
- Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine side effects are mild and manageable.
- The study provides data to help alleviate concerns and reduce vaccine hesitancy.
- Findings support the safety profile of the Sinopharm vaccine.
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