You’ve come to the right place: a platform for questions, answers, and all the discussions in between regarding the recently developed COVID-19 vaccines. Not only do we compile all critical resources and information about the new vaccines into one website, but we highlight testimonials from real people so you can get different perspectives on their vaccination experiences and decisions to get vaccinated.
Date First Dose of Vaccine was Received: January 12, 2021
Have you received both doses of the vaccine? Yes
What was your overall experience getting vaccinated (was it easily accessible, did you have to wait a long time, etc.) for my first dose, i had to wait in an incredibly long line, but my second dose went fairly smooth and i was in and out in about 20 minutes. it was accessible and was very eager to get it.
Did you experience any side effects? If so, what were your symptoms and how long did you experience symptoms? yes, so many!! fever (103° first dose, 101° second dose), nausea, fatigue, chills and headaches for hours, faintness, loss of energy and appetite, etc. i was back to normal about 3 days after.
Why did you decide to get vaccinated? i live in austin, texas and a clinic near us was under-numbered and was going to have to throw vaccines away, so my family and i decided to go and save one from the trash.
Any additional thoughts or advice for people who have concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine? please do your own research!! this vaccine is safe and especially during a time like this, we must trust our doctors. also once you are vaccinated, continue to wear masks into places!! and only see people who are fully vaccinated!
69 years old, Female, Retired School Teacher
Pfizer (2 doses)
Date First Dose of Vaccine was Received: January 22, 2021
Have you received both doses of the vaccine? Yes
What was your overall experience getting vaccinated (was it easily accessible, did you have to wait a long time, etc.) Waited 3 hrs but glad to do it
Did you experience any side effects? If so, what were your symptoms and how long did you experience symptoms? No side effects at all
Why did you decide to get vaccinated? To stop the spread and protect myself. It was the right thing to do! Have never taken a flu vaccine ever but this was right
Any additional thoughts or advice for people who have concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine? It's safe! It's obviously effective! Do it for yourself and everyone else!
26 years old, Female, Dental Assistant
Pfizer (2 doses)
Date First Dose of Vaccine was Received: February 28, 2021
Have you received both doses of the vaccine? No
What was your overall experience getting vaccinated (was it easily accessible, did you have to wait a long time, etc.) Pretty quick and organized
Did you experience any side effects? If so, what were your symptoms and how long did you experience symptoms? Arm pain for one day
Why did you decide to get vaccinated? For more protection due to the special working environment
56 years old, Male, Dentist
Pfizer (2 doses)
Date First Dose of Vaccine was Received: February 27, 2021
Have you received both doses of the vaccine? No
What was your overall experience getting vaccinated (was it easily accessible, did you have to wait a long time, etc.) It was very easy by contacting my medical doctor and make an appointment to be vaccinated with in a week.
Did you experience any side effects? If so, what were your symptoms and how long did you experience symptoms? No symptoms except for where the needle poked with sore to touch for 1 day. But as for side effects, we will not know until later.
Why did you decide to get vaccinated? To protect myself and others.
The start of this platform was motivated by the immense hesitation regarding the recent development of the COVID-19 vaccine. As a college student at the University of California, Irvine studying public health sciences, I felt inclined to do my part and educate people on the vaccine so more people are willing to get vaccinated and aren't taught false information regarding the vaccine and its effects.
