#37: Understanding Covid-19 Vaccines and Allergies

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.

What we cover in this episode

• Understanding herd immunity.
• What are mRNA vaccines, how do they work and when did they first get developed.
• Can people with food allergies get the Covid-19 Vaccine?
• Could you be allergic to the protein that the mRNA is producing?
• The side effects of the Pfizer Covid-19 Vaccine.
• Why you should get the Covid-19 Vaccine.
• Why the vaccine is in two does.
• Differences and similarities with data for Moderna and Pfizer/Biotech vaccines.
• What does the vaccine rollout look like?
• What are the other vaccines being developed?
• Why are people skeptical about vaccines?
• Can pregnant and lactating women get vaccinated?
• You can get the flu vaccine with an egg allergy.

Resources:

• 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/
• Find more about Dr Parikh: FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM