COVID-19 vaccination in Spain

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COVID-19 vaccination in Spain

The COVID-19 vaccination in Spain is part of the global effort to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The vaccination campaign in Spain began in December 2020, following the approval of the first COVID-19 vaccines by the European Medicines Agency (EMA).

Vaccination Campaign

The Spanish government, through the Ministry of Health, coordinated the distribution and administration of vaccines. The campaign prioritized vulnerable groups, including healthcare workers, elderly individuals, and those with underlying health conditions. The vaccination strategy was divided into several phases, each targeting different segments of the population.

Phases of Vaccination

• Phase 1: Focused on residents and staff of nursing homes, frontline healthcare workers, and individuals with severe disabilities.
• Phase 2: Included people over 70 years old, other healthcare workers, and individuals with high-risk conditions.
• Phase 3: Targeted the general population, starting with those over 60 years old and progressively including younger age groups.

Vaccines Used

Spain utilized several vaccines approved by the EMA, including:

• Pfizer–BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine
• Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
• AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
• Janssen COVID-19 vaccine

Distribution and Administration

The distribution of vaccines was managed by the central government, with regional health authorities responsible for the administration. Vaccination centers were set up across the country, including hospitals, primary care centers, and temporary facilities in large venues.

Public Response

The public response to the vaccination campaign was generally positive, with high levels of vaccine acceptance. However, there were challenges, including vaccine supply issues and logistical difficulties in reaching remote areas.

Impact

The vaccination campaign significantly reduced the number of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. By mid-2021, a substantial portion of the population had received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, contributing to the control of the pandemic in Spain.

See Also

• COVID-19 pandemic in Spain
• COVID-19 vaccination
• European Medicines Agency
• Ministry of Health (Spain)