Messenger RNA vaccine

Messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines teach your immune system to recognize and fight specific viruses. They contain a tiny piece of genetic material that encodes a viral protein, such as the spike protein of COVID-19. When injected, your cells use this mRNA to produce the protein, prompting your immune system to generate a response without causing illness. This prepares your body to recognize and fight the actual virus if exposed later. mRNA vaccines are safe, effective, and do not contain live virus, making them a powerful tool in disease prevention.