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Pfizer vs. Moderna: What’s the Difference?

Moderna’s vaccine elicits a stronger immune response and may be better at preventing breakthrough infections than either of the US’s mRNA vaccines.

6 months to 4 years of age is when the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is authorized. Children 6 months to 5 years of age can receive the Moderna vaccine.

What are the common side effects of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine?

The vaccine COVID-19 helps protect people from getting sick. There could be side effects and adverse events after any vaccine.

Do mRNA Pfizer and BioNTech vaccines largely prevent severe disease from the COVID-19 Omicron variants?

According to a study by South Africa’s biggest health insurer, Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech’s Covid-19 vaccine appears to largely prevent severe disease from the coronaviruses.

Can you mix and match the vaccines for your mRNA (Pfizer or Moderna) primary vaccination series?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) new guidelines say that people who are fully protected against the coronaviruses can now mix and match their immunizations when seeking a booster

How long after the COVID-19 booster is it effective?

After one or two weeks after the booster jab, studies have shown very high protection. A Pfizer trial shows that a booster dose of Pfizer can prevent illness from Covid-19 for seven days.

Pfizer and Moderna have been authorized by the FDA to produce vaccines against COVID-19.
Pfizer and Moderna have been authorized by the FDA to produce vaccines against COVID-19.

Should I get a second booster shot for COVID-19?

Yes, that is correct. Natural immunity can vary from person to person, and we don’t have a way to measure it. Natural immunity isn’t a good idea to completely protect us.

What are the common side effects of COVID-19 vaccines?

Pain in the chest, leg, and abdominals can be caused by headaches, vision problems, or tiny blood spots.

Is COVID-19 vaccination still necessary, even after getting infected with the virus and recovering?

If you were previously exposed to the COVID-19 virus, you should get the vaccine. If you have already had Covid-19, the CDC recommends you get a vaccine. There is some uncertainty as to how long the short-term protection will last after recovering from COVID-19.

How do we achieve herd immunity against COVID-19?

When enough people have recovered from a disease, herd immunity can be reached. It will likely be difficult to achieve herd immunity for COVID-19, according to experts.

Up-to-date information on COVID-19 vaccines is provided by the Yale Medicine.
Up-to-date information on COVID-19 vaccines is provided by the Yale Medicine.

Can COVID-19 vaccines protect people against the SARS-CoV-2 virus when it has mutated?

Research done by the CDC shows that coronaviruses vaccine boosters are effective in preventing severe COVID-19. The CDC encourages boosters for people who are eligible, and recommends that they stay up to date with all the vaccines.