In the face of a prolonged and complicated situation of the Covid-19 epidemic, it is necessary to devote all efforts to speed up vaccination activities for the entire population, especially in areas with a high number of infections in the north. South is an urgent problem. Recognizing the importance of this issue as well as the fact that the Southern Textile and Garment Corporation - Vinatex always takes care of and cares about the health and safety of workers, Vinatex has been speeding up the vaccination of 100 vaccines. % for all employees - employees and employees working at 3 factories. With the goal of creating motivation and confidence so that all employees can feel secure when returning to work.
Vinatex Southern Textile and Garment Corporation strengthens vaccination organization for employees
Vinatex Bac Lieu Garment Factory
However, we should note that after vaccination, depending on the location of each person, there will be different reactions such as mild fever, pain all over the body, pain and swelling at the injection site, ... the symptoms will be different. Remission and complete recovery after 1-2 days. And to reduce this situation, in addition to the care and monitoring regime, we need to pay attention to adequate nutrition to help the body recover quickly and stay healthy. Here are some sharing about the diet that we need to pay attention to before and after vaccination:
Firstly, it is necessary to add enough water to the body before and after injection
After vaccination, there are often signs of pain, fever, and dehydration, so it is essential to replenish water for the body.
Fruit juices can be taken as supplements such as lemon juice, orange juice, grapefruit juice, etc. to provide the necessary amount of vitamins C and A for the body.
Drinking water also needs to be drunk slowly, so divide the amount to drink, do not drink too much at once will affect digestion.
It is essential to replenish water for the body after vaccination
Second, you should eat a variety of foods
The daily diet should have a balance between animal and plant protein sources (meat, fish, eggs, milk, shrimp, crab, seafood, beans, beans...). Eat more sesame seeds, beans, green vegetables and ripe fruits.
Green vegetables and ripe fruits: Vegetables are a good source of vitamins, minerals and fiber. Vitamins and minerals play a very important role in the body's resistance and immunity, if lacking, it will reduce resistance and immunity against viruses and bacteria (it is necessary to supplement with ACDE vitamins and minerals such as: iron, zinc, selenium...)
A varied diet helps to provide the necessary micronutrients for the body
Third, should eat soft foods - easy to digest
After injection, nausea and loss of appetite may occur. Note "not because of anorexia that skips meals, we need to eat enough, drink enough water to limit the fever and quickly overcome the problem we are having", can choose soft foods , easy to digest like chicken soup, minced meat porridge with green beans,... and split meals.
Fourth, need to know how to choose and process food:
Food must be fresh, eat cooked, drink boiled, limit eating foods such as: rare, salad, blood soup, omelet, raw egg, etc.
Follow the 10 golden tips for food preparation, especially cleaning cutting boards and washing hands with soap before, during and after preparing food.
Fifth, do not fast and drink a lot of caffeinated foods (tea, coffee, energy drinks...) before injection.
Fasting before injection can cause dizziness, fainting (especially for those who are afraid of injections).
Caffeine in tea, coffee, energy drinks, ... can increase heart rate, increase blood pressure and arrhythmia when used too much. This may affect the results of screening tests and vaccination indications.
Sixth, avoid drinking alcohol before and after injection
According to experts, people should avoid drinking alcohol before and after vaccination because alcohol has the ability to suppress the immune system, which can make the body dehydrated. Ideally, you should abstain from drinking alcohol for a day or so after receiving the vaccine.
Alcohol also weakens the body's ability to fight infection, increases the risk of complications, and can make it difficult to distinguish between an alcohol reaction and a vaccine reaction.
Abstain from alcohol after vaccination
Seventh, avoid eating foods high in saturated fat
Fast food, foods processed by frying, frying, or grilling with a lot of fat such as fried chicken, sausages, sausages, french fries, etc. contain a lot of saturated fat that increases inflammation in the body, causing inflammation. harmful effects on health.
Avoid foods high in saturated fat
After vaccination, depending on each person's antibodies, there will be a number of different reactions such as fever, nausea, pain in the body, etc. Note some ways below to apply when necessary
How to handle some common reactions after injection
►Low-grade fever: Fever is the most common reaction after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. This is how the body reacts to the drug and usually clears up on its own 1-2 days after the injection. If you have a fever, you can use anti-inflammatory antipyretics, if the fever does not decrease (above 39 degrees Celsius), then immediately contact a medical facility for timely advice.
►Red, swollen, painful injection site: This problem may persist for a few days but this is completely normal and will go away on its own, nothing to worry about. A cold compress at the injection site can be used to relieve pain.
►Allergies: After the injection, the person may have a rash, hives or itching all over the body, etc. Usually, these allergic manifestations will go away on their own after a few days, but if the person is uncomfortable, they must use anti-allergic drugs. respond to medical advice.
Above are some sharing for everyone on how to stay healthy before and after the injection to help minimize possible complications after receiving the Covid-19 vaccine.
Let's all work together to protect the health of ourselves and the community, and join hands to win the pandemic.
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