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 22, 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.) Very pleasant. Very quick and well organized
Did you experience any side effects? If so, what were your symptoms and how long did you experience symptoms? Just a sore arm
Why did you decide to get vaccinated? For the safety of myself and for the safety of other
Any additional thoughts or advice for people who have concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine? Get the shot. It's prevents the spread of the virus
50 years old, Female, Volunteer and IHSS Worker
Moderna (2 doses)
Date First Dose of Vaccine was Received: January 20, 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.) Easy - made an appointment at Valley Medical, showed up and waited less than 20 mins.
Did you experience any side effects? If so, what were your symptoms and how long did you experience symptoms? Sore injection site, but soreness is decreasing each day.
Why did you decide to get vaccinated? I want to be able to do more things and to travel without fear of catching COVID!
Any additional thoughts or advice for people who have concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine? Read up on the science - the vaccines have been well tested. Plan to relax the day after your vaccine just in case you have any side effects. Make sure your immune system is as good as it can be by eating well, sleeping well, getting exercise and maybe even drinking a few green smoothies... especially the week before your vaccine :)
92 years old, Male, Retired
Moderna (2 doses)
Date First Dose of Vaccine was Received: January 17, 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.) Accessible. Took 1 hour total
Did you experience any side effects? If so, what were your symptoms and how long did you experience symptoms? No
Why did you decide to get vaccinated? Lives in senior apartment
Any additional thoughts or advice for people who have concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine? Check with primary care. If ok, do it.
53 years old, Female, Pediatrician
Pfizer (2 doses)
Date First Dose of Vaccine was Received: December 21, 2020
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.) Easy access at work
Did you experience any side effects? If so, what were your symptoms and how long did you experience symptoms? sore arm for a couple of days
Why did you decide to get vaccinated? to help end the pandemic and protect myself and others at work and at home
Any additional thoughts or advice for people who have concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine? It is the greatest gift we can give to each other to try to help end this pandemic
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.
