British Margaret Keenan, 90, made history on Tuesday. She became the first person in the world to be administered Pfizer’s approved COVID-19 vaccine, reported AFP quoting BBC, as the UK started its mass vaccination programme.

Keenan from Northern Ireland told BBC that said she felt “so privileged” to receive the jab at University Hospital, Coventry. Hubs in the UK will vaccinate over-80s and some health and care staff. The programme aims to protect the most vulnerable and return life to normal.

According to BBC, Keenan’s was administered vaccine by Matron May Parsons at 6:30 am GMT.

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Keenan  told BBC that it was the best early birthday present she could wish for and she feels privileged to be the first person vaccinated against the deadly virus. “I can finally look forward to spending time with my family and friends in the new year after being on my own for most of the year,” said the 90-year-old woman.

The UK is the first country in the world to start using the Pfizer vaccine after regulators approved its use last week.