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More COVID-19 vaccine questions answered
Vaccines are perhaps the best hope, along with following safety protocols, for ending the pandemic. Here are answers to a few of the most common questions about COVID-19 vaccines.
Mayo Clinic responds to Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine pause
Mayo Clinic's response follows the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration recommendations to pause on distributing the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine until further notice.
What studies show about pregnancy, COVID-19 vaccines
Over 30,000 women who are pregnant have been vaccinated for COVID-19, including thousands in a CDC monitoring program which closely follows them for long-term adverse effects. Here's what the studies have found.
Herd immunity and COVID-19: What you need to know
Wondering if herd immunity against COVID-19 will slow the spread? Understand how it works and what experts say about its potential impact.
Understanding COVID-19 vaccine side effects, why second dose could feel worse
All vaccines could cause some degree of reaction, and the same is true for COVID-19 vaccines — especially the second dose. Here's what you should know.
CDC guidance for people vaccinated against COVID-19
The CDC has issued an interim set of recommendations for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Find out what this means for you.
You’ve been vaccinated for COVID-19. Now what?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new guidelines for Americans who have been vaccinated for COVID-19. A Mayo Clinic expert answers common questions about what you can do after being vaccinated.
Mayo Clinic expert answers questions about Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration has granted emergency use authorization for a new COVID-19 vaccine. A Mayo Clinic expert answers questions about how the new vaccine works, its effectiveness and significance.
COVID-19 pandemic has increased loneliness and other social issues, especially for women
Social distancing has reduced the spread of COVID-19, but it also has created or aggravated social issues, such as loneliness and strained friendships, new Mayo Clinic research has found. Women and those with poorer health are disproportionately affected, the research team says.
Don't let fear of needles interfere with vaccinations
Virtually all vaccinations, including the COVID-19 vaccines, involve a needle. Don't let fear of needles stop you from getting vaccinations that can protect your health. Here are three ways to work through your fear.
6 tips to reduce children's screen time
Children are on screens during the school day more than ever because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are 6 tips to help trim screen time when they're not in school.
Screening mammograms and COVID-19 vaccines
Some women have reported swollen lymph nodes after a COVID-19 vaccination, raising questions about rescheduling a mammogram. Bottom line: Do not delay your mammogram.