Updated Jan 17, 2021 | 06:43 IST
The 20-year-old was administered a jab of COVID-19 vaccine Covaxin , one of the two vaccines that has been approved by the country’s drug controller for restricted emergency use as of now. Representational Image | Photo Credit: PTI
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Indigenously developed Covaxin is produced by Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech
A total of 95 healthcare beneficiaries were given the COVID-19 vaccine at AIIMS
New Delhi: A security guard at Delhi’s AIIMS developed an allergic reaction, or anaphylaxis after being administered COVID-19 vaccine shot on the first day of the nationwide inoculation drive. Anaphylaxis causes a series of symptoms, including a rash, low pulse, and shock, if not treated promptly.
Delhi: AIIMS worker develops allergic reaction after receiving COVID-19 vaccine ANI | Updated: Jan 17, 2021 00:12 IST
New Delhi [India], January 17 (ANI): An AIIMS worker, who was administered a shot of COVID-19 vaccine Covaxin here on Saturday, was admitted to a hospital after he developed an allergic reaction. An All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi security guard has developed an allergic reaction after receiving COVID-19 vaccination here on Saturday. He is kept under observation of doctors at the hospital, an AIIMS official said.
It is to mention a total of 95 healthcare beneficiaries received the COVID-19 vaccine at AIIMS, Delhi on Saturday, the official added.