Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine so you can make an informed decision to get vaccinated with confidence. Every time a person is vaccinated, we get closer to bringing the pandemic to an end.
Myth 1: I can’t afford the COVID-19 vaccine.
The COVID-19 vaccination is completely free of charge, and you don’t need health insurance to receive it.
Myth 2: The vaccines have dangerous side effects.
Vaccines are safe, and there is no link to infertility or other negative long-term side effects. Millions of nurses, doctors and other health care providers and scientists have gotten the vaccinations already without complications.
Myth 3: COVID doesn’t affect young people.
Young, healthy people can die from COVID-19. Getting the vaccine can save your life. It offers more freedom to travel and get back to group activities as well.
Myth 4: Vaccines can harm your body.
The vaccine cannot change your DNA or make you sick with COVID-19. The vaccines teach our bodies how to protect against future COVID infections.
Myth 5: I don’t need the vaccine because I’ve already had COVID.
Even if you’ve had COVID-19, you should still get vaccinated. According to the CDC, people appear to become susceptible to reinfection after more than 90 days from the time they were initially infected.
