AMMAN — On Wednesday, the vaccination center
at the Applied Science University administered Pfizer vaccines to individuals
who had previously received two doses of
Sinopharm.
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“Many people have taken it before you. Don’t
worry, take a seat,” a volunteer told a man who had arrived at the site feeling
nervous.
To receive this third jab, individuals must be
travelling to a country that has not approved the Sinopharm vaccine.
“They must show proof that they have received
the Sinopharm vaccine, in addition to providing a plane ticket, travel
documentation, or a job contract [indicating that they must travel],” Samiha
Jarrah, a dean at the University of Applied Science, told Jordan News.
She added that upon arrival, those looking to
get vaccinated must also sign a “consent form” agreeing to accept
responsibility for any potential consequences of mixing vaccines.
Jarrah clarified that the center will only
offer this accommodation on Wednesday and that no appointments are necessary.
Typically, the university operates as a
regular vaccination center.
“Our volunteers are all students at the
university, across years and specializations. Some administer the shots, while
others are responsible for data entry or holding information sessions for
citizens to raise awareness about the vaccine,” she explained.
Doctors from the nursing college supervise
student volunteers.
“Other faculties are also involved in
organizing, as are public relations, security, and university personnel.
Everyone is contributing to facilitating vaccination for citizens, so that they
receive clear instructions and are not made to wait.”
“We also have a drive-through, so that elderly
people can get vaccinated without having to leave their cars. A special team of
volunteers deals with these cases.”
“We are one of the first universities to start
vaccination efforts. We have vaccinated over 200,000 citizens since March,”
Jarrah continued.
Seated at one of at least a dozen tables, one
volunteer said that three hours after the center had opened, she had
administered around 36 vaccines.
“I was worried at first, but the person giving
me my shot reassured me… I needed to get the Pfizer vaccine because I go to
Saudi Arabia frequently for work,” a person at the site, who preferred
anonymity, told Jordan News.
On Thursday, the Prince Faisal Gymnasium in
Qweismeh will likewise dedicate its operations to inoculating future travelers
who have taken Sinopharm.
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