Updated Jan 13, 2021 | 08:00 IST
A clear conclusion of this discussion was that vaccination is the safest way to build immunity against COVID-19. Can COVID-19 vaccine affect pregnancy and childbirth? Experts demystify risks associated with vaccination | Photo Credit: iStock Images
In a sustained effort to help the population at large understand the use of vaccines in the fight against COVID-19, some important aspects really must be addressed - fear and ignorance about the effectiveness of vaccines, and their impact on developing immunity in the society. These are the most crucial steps for the COVID-19 vaccination programme to succeed.
To help sensitise healthcare providers and the public on the upcoming vaccination drive, public health experts, civic authorities and COVID-19 experts at Fortis Hospital, Mumbai, joined hands to demystify beliefs about the risks associated with vaccines. The team of experts conducted a virtual discussion that en