With the rollout in vaccinations for those age 65 and over finally underway, magazines in Japan have taken up the topic from a variety of perspectives.
As persuasive proof that vaccines can be counted on to do what they’re supposed to, a graph in Shukan Taishu (June 7) shows the declining daily number of reported infections in the United Kingdom between December and May.
The magazine also issues 10 practical advisories for those preparing to be vaccinated. For example, people with health concerns should arrange for someone accompany them to the vaccination site; older individuals or those with chronic conditions should take a taxi to and from the venue; before reserving a jab, those with allergies or pre-existing conditions should enquire with their physician beforehand; for the first week after the jab, avoid pressing against the tender area around the injection; take extra care to keep hydrated; expect more pronounced side effects following the second jab; and, finally, continue wearing a face mask and taking the same precautions you did before the vaccination.