If you recently had or are set to receive a dose of
the COVID-19 vaccine, you probably have a few questions.
Here are five important
do's and don'ts to keep
in mind following your
vaccine appointment.
1. DON’T panic about
possible side effects, Side effects following the vaccine
are normal and actually a sign that
your immune system is doing its job.
On the flip side, don’t worry if you aren’t experiencing
side effects — the vaccine is still working.
2. DO stay rested,
hydrated and (if
needed) medicated, Getting enough sleep and
water will help your immune
system function properly.
If you’re experiencing more severe side effects, it’s
perfectly fine to take over-the-counter medicine for relief.
3. DO keep using
your vaccine arm, Muscle soreness on your
vaccine arm is common
and keeping it active will help.
The CDC recommends applying a “clean, cool, wet
washcloth” to your injection site to mitigate any pain.
4. DON’T post your
vaccination card on
social media, This makes it easier for
scammers to forge cards
or steal your identity.
You should also consider not laminating your card, as
you may need to update it later with other information.
5. DON’T stop
wearing your mask
in public spaces, Being fully vaccinated certainly
means more freedom, but you
still need to be mindful of others.
There is still not enough known about whether
vaccinated people are able to spread COVID-19 to others.