COVID-19 Vaccines

COVID-19 vaccines help the body develop immunity to the virus that causes COVID-19. They work by introducing harmless pieces of the virus (like protein or genetic material) to stimulate the immune system, so it recognizes and fights the virus if exposed in the future. There are different types of COVID-19 vaccines, including mRNA and viral vector vaccines. Vaccination reduces the risk of severe illness, hospitalization, and death, contributing to community protection. Widespread vaccination is key to controlling the pandemic and returning to normalcy.