Vaccination mythbusters
From: Virginia Department of Health
The Virginia Department of Health has compiled the following information related to the available COVID-19 vaccines. See the flyer.
Myth
The COVID-19 vaccine causes fertility issues.
Fact
The COVID-19 vaccine will not affect fertility. The COVID-19 vaccine encourages the body’s immune system to fight the virus without affecting one’s reproductive system.
Myth
I’ve already had COVID-19, so I don’t need a vaccine.
Fact
People who have gotten sick with COVID-19 should still get vaccinated.
Myth
COVID-19 vaccines were rushed, so their effectiveness and safety cannot be trusted.
Fact
COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Millions of people in the United States have received COVID-19 vaccines under the most intense safety monitoring in history.
Myth
The COVID-19 vaccine enters your cells and changes your DNA.
Fact
The COVID-19 vaccines available to us do not modify your DNA — they are designed to help your body’s immune system fight the coronavirus.