About Vaccines

Vaccines go through several steps in the development process. These include identifying a potential target on the virus, safety testing, manufacture, and approval. Vaccines are also monitored for safety after they released to the public. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) oversees the safety, effectiveness, and quality of vaccines that are used in the United States....READ MORE

Although COVID-19 arose and spread incredibly quickly, scientists have been studying this type of virus and how to prevent it for many years. So, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, vaccines could be created very rapidly without compromising  safety or quality measures. COVID-19 vaccines went through all the normal testing that other vaccines go through, just at a faster pace. They were...READ MORE

Vaccines work by teaching our bodies how to recognize and fight off infections from things like viruses and bacteria. Although vaccines can make you feel a little sick, this is usually a good sign. There are special cells in the body that are trained to fight infection, and the vaccine helps them to train better. Feeling sick after a vaccine...READ MORE

No vaccine is 100% effective at preventing illness, but vaccines provide strong protection against serious illness, hospitalization, and death. You can still pass the disease on to another person after you’ve been vaccinated, which is why if you have symptoms of COVID or flu, you should consider staying home or think about wearing a mask that covers your nose and...READ MORE

Herd immunity is a way to protect a whole group of people from a virus or disease. Often this is done by vaccinating a large percentage of the population. Herd immunity is a way to protect those at increased risk from a disease, such as the Elderly, children, or those who are immunocompromised. It also protects those who can’t get...READ MORE

COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. All of the COVID-19 vaccines offered in the US have gone through all the normal testing that other vaccines go through, just at a faster pace. They were developed using well-established scientific methods and meet the FDA’s rigorous safety, effectiveness, and quality standards. They were tested by tens of thousands of people consenting to...READ MORE

COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective for children older than 6 months. They are especially helpful in preventing hospitalization and serious illness from COVID-19. Although there are some risks associated with vaccination, the risks of serious complications are far higher for unvaccinated people who get COVID-19 than for any risks associated with vaccination. Children can also act as carriers of the...READ MORE

CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccines for all individuals aged 6 months and older. COVID-19 vaccines are safe to get while pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to get pregnant.  Studies involving thousands of women have found that the COVID-19 vaccines do not cause fertility issues and will not affect anyone’s ability to get or stay pregnant. These studies have also shown that the benefits of vaccination in...READ MORE

More than 13 billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered since December 2020, with very few serious side effects reported. Although severe reactions to a COVID-19 vaccine are rare, mild side effects are common. Many people experience pain and discomfort at the injection side, such as a sore arm, redness, or swelling. Less commonly, people experience tiredness, headache, muscle...READ MORE

Speaking with people you love about a topic like vaccines can be tough. When attempting to engage loved ones in a conversation about vaccines there are some general tips to keep things positive and hopefully help share information about vaccines that can lead to more people getting vaccinated. Some tips include: Don’t get discouraged and keep trying next time...READ MORE