COVID-19 vaccine uptake in Sub-Saharan Africa
Insights from high-frequency phone survey data collection reveal that access, rather than hesitancy, prevents vaccine uptake in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Symptoms
COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19.
Avoid Public Gatherings
Getting together with friends and family is an important part of life. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our ability to safely gather with others. Many people have been forced to cancel or reschedule meaningful events, such as weddings, parties and family gatherings. In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is no “zero risk” when it comes to any kind of gathering – especially events that bring groups of people together.
Mask
Masks should be used as part of a comprehensive strategy of measures to suppress transmission and save lives; the use of a mask alone is not sufficient to provide an adequate level of protection against COVID-19. Make wearing a mask a normal part of being around other people. The appropriate use, storage and cleaning or disposal of masks are essential to make them as effective as possible.
COVID-19 Vaccine
Equitable access to safe and effective vaccines is critical to ending the COVID-19 pandemic, so it is hugely encouraging to see so many vaccines proving and going into development. To reduce your risk, protect yourselves, your friends and family, you are strongly advised to get a COVID-19 vaccine, unless you experience severe allergic reactions, in which case, please speak to your medical practitioner.