Dr Purvi Parikh joins us to talk about the two available Covid-19 vaccines currently available. Dr Parikh and Dr G discuss the nitty-gritty of the two mRNA vaccines, the allergic reactions associated with them and more.
Episodes
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
#37: Understanding Covid-19 Vaccines and Allergies
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
What we cover in this episode
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Understanding herd immunity.
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What are mRNA vaccines, how do they work and when did they first get developed.
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Can people with food allergies get the Covid-19 Vaccine?
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Could you be allergic to the protein that the mRNA is producing?
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The side effects of the Pfizer Covid-19 Vaccine.
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Why you should get the Covid-19 Vaccine.
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Why the vaccine is in two does.
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Differences and similarities with data for Moderna and Pfizer/Biotech vaccines.
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What does the vaccine rollout look like?
- What are the other vaccines being developed?
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Why are people skeptical about vaccines?
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Can pregnant and lactating women get vaccinated?
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You can get the flu vaccine with an egg allergy.
Resources:
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Article from Allergic Living about soy in PEG: https://www.allergicliving.com/2020/12/16/faq-on-allergy-concerns-and-the-mrna-covid-19-vaccine/
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