Frequently Asked Questions from Veteran Caregivers
Why do I need the vaccine?
When you get a COVID-19 vaccine, you help protect your family, friends, and community. When enough people in a community get the vaccine, the community builds up immunity to the virus. This makes it harder for the virus to spread from person to person. And it protects those who can’t get a vaccine (like small children). We call this “community immunity.”
Can I choose which authorized COVID-19 vaccine I get?
It’s always your choice if you want to get a vaccine or not. Your decision won’t affect your VA health care or any of your VA benefits in any way.
If you get a COVID-19 vaccine that requires 2 doses, you must get the same vaccine for both doses.
Will I have side effects after I get a COVID-19 vaccine?
You may have some side effects after you get a COVID-19 vaccine. Side effects are normal signs that your body is building protection against COVID-19.
These side effects may feel like the flu. They may even affect your ability to work or do other daily activities. But any side effects should go away in a few days.
Some people have reported severe allergic reactions to a COVID-19 vaccine. When you get a COVID-19 vaccine at VA, we’ll closely monitor your reaction for either 15 or 30 minutes after your vaccine. We’ll also give you all the information you need about what to do if you experience any side effects.
Talk to your provider if you have COVID-19 questions
When you get your COVID-19 vaccine, you help protect yourself—and your family, friends, and community. But COVID-19 vaccines are new. It's understandable to have questions about them. We’re here to help you get the information you need. So you can talk with your health care provider and decide what’s right for you.
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