COVID-19 vaccines and vaccine administration
Charlotte Gordon, Debbie Porteous, John Unsworth
Abstract
This article provides an overview of current COVID-19 vaccines available within the UK, including their mode of action, storage and handling. It outlines the recommendations on priority groups for vaccination and provides insight into the training recommendations for vaccinators.
Topics & Concepts
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)2019-20 coronavirus outbreakVaccinationAdministration (probate law)MedicineMass vaccinationVirologyPolitical scienceOutbreakInfectious disease (medical specialty)PathologyDiseaseLawSARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 ResearchCOVID-19 Clinical Research StudiesVaccine Coverage and Hesitancy