The Malaysian government is committed to offering continued care for individuals who may have encountered side effects from COVID-19 vaccines, including those administered with AstraZeneca, Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said on May 10.

The following are important notes when you get a COVID-19 vaccine.

You may experience several side effects after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. Side effects are normal signs that your body is building protection. They should go away in a few days. Some people have no side effects.

The COVID-19 vaccination campaign have been rolled out in 19 cities and provinces nationwide since March 8, with 55,151 frontline workers the fight against the pandemic administered the AstraZeneca shots as of April 7.