RECENTLY, my parents and I received our first doses of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine.

I received mine at World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur while they got theirs at Universiti Malaya.

In both cases, the whole process was smooth and quick. We were extremely grateful for and impressed by the efforts of the volunteers.

I know that many people, especially senior citizens and the vulnerable, are eagerly awaiting their turns.

I strongly urge the government to not let up on efforts to ease the process at all levels so that all Malaysians who want to be vaccinated will get one, especially those in the worst-impacted areas.

Also, to my fellow Malaysians who have not registered for the vaccination, I beg you to do so as soon as possible.

My parents and I have been vaccinated and so far, there are no adverse side effects.

Vaccination is the best way to end the Covid-19 pandemic as well as the disruptions to our lives and separation from our loved ones.

Again, I appeal to all Malaysians to get vaccinated and for the government to move heaven and earth to get more shots into as many arms as possible.

* Keith Leong Yu Keen reads The Malaysian Insight.

* This is the opinion of the writer or publication and does not necessarily represent the views of The Malaysian Insight. Article may be edited for brevity and clarity.