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Its the big day: Youre finally eligible to sign up to get aCOVID-19 vaccineappointment!
Heather Hazzan. Wardrobe styling by Ronald Burton. Prop styling by Campbell Pearson. Hair by Hide Suzuki. Makeup by Deanna Melluso at See Management. Shot on location at One Medical.
These will help ensure that the process is as stress-free and smooth as possible.
Know your COVID-19 vaccine options.
You should take whichever vaccine youre offered, expertstold SELF recently.
But its still good to know the differences between them.
You might also experience a fever and chills.
People also reported nausea after the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
Some report more side effects after receiving the second dose than the first for the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.
Side effects after the second dose were more intense than after the first as well.
Prepare a vaccine-friendly outfit.
Youll get your shot in the deltoid muscle located in your upper arm.
Be aware of your history of allergic reactions.
Note that some people do feel lightheaded or even faint after receiving vaccines.
Experts believe this reaction is actually related to pain or anxiety rather than an ingredient in vaccines.
Get a sense of how long your appointment will take and plan accordingly.
ensure youve allotted enough time away from work or school so youre not rushing to leave.
Pack the right documents.
So many people wont need to worry about payment details.
But there are nowseveral reportsofexactly that happening.
Consider holding off on some medical procedures and other vaccines.
Give yourself two weeks in between vaccines to be safe.
In rare circumstances, the COVID-19 vaccines can also interfere with certain procedures.
(This usually goes away on its own within two weeks.)
make a run at wait four to six weeks after getting fully vaccinated before getting your regular screening.
Make a post-vaccine self-care plan.
Cancel your workout ahead of time.
The most common side effect is pain at the site of vaccination, Dr. Gandhi says.
But gently using and exercising the affected arm can actually help reduce the discomfort,the CDC says.
Wait to celebrate with others in person until youre fully vaccinated.
After a year of quarantine, its understandable that youd want to see your friends and family immediately.
But it’s wise to hold off for at least a little longer.
The protection that the vaccines provide doesnt kick in right away.
Instead, it builds up over thecourse of several weeks, the CDC says.
Celebrating over a Zoom call, as weve been doing all year, is your best bet.
But dont worry, real-life hangouts arent too far into the future.
