Are There Side Effects From The COVID-19 Booster Vaccine?
COVID-19Common questionAre there side effects from the COVID-19 booster vaccine?Overall, the CDC says that so far, reactions reported after getting a booster shot were similar to those after the two-dose or single-dose primary series. Fever, headache, fatigue and pain at the injection site were the most commonly reported side effects, and overall, most side effects were mild to moderate.
Do I really need a COVID-19 vaccine booster?
Boosters are being recommended because data is showing that protection against mild and moderate COVID-19 via the vaccines is declining over time — particularly for those who were vaccinated some time ago.
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How long before the COVID-19 booster shot is effective?
How long does the booster take to work? Studies have shown very high protection after one or two weeks after the booster jab. A recent trial by Pfizer suggests that from seven days onwards, a booster dose of Pfizer is extremely effective at preventing illness from Covid-19.
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Is it normal to have side effects after second COVID-19 vaccine?
Side effects after your second shot may be more intense than the ones you experienced after your first shot. These side effects are normal signs that your body is building protection and should go away within a few days.
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What are the common side effects of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine?
The most commonly reported side effects were pain at the injection site, tiredness, headache, muscle pain, chills, joint pain, and fever. Side effects typically started within two days of vaccination and resolved 1-2 day later.
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