mRNA vaccines are safe. The mRNA vaccines have been extensively researched, in diverse ethno-racial populations, for over 10 years and are the most advanced type of vaccine available right now.

Health Canada and Public Health Ontario are constantly monitoring vaccines for safety, continued effectiveness and adverse reactions.

2. The vaccine contains microchips, fetal tissue, live viruses and/or animal based ingredients/by-products.

The mRNA vaccines do not contain: microchips, gelatin (pork), preservatives, formaldehyde, thimerosal, aluminum, latex, antibiotics, live or attenuated virus, animal or human (including fetal) cells/tissue.

3. You don’t need to get the vaccine if you’ve already had COVID.

While most patients develop antibodies after contracting the virus, not all do. Even with the natural antibodies, they only last three to four months before you can become infected again.

It is also recommended that you should wait 90 days before receiving the vaccine.

        4. It changes DNA changes DNA

mRNA does not come in contact with your DNA at any time. It cannot change or alter your DNA in any way.

5. You can get COVID-19 from the vaccine.

The vaccine does not contain the live virus. If you experience side effects after vaccination, that is your immune system developing a response if you are exposed to the actual virus.  It is not because the vaccine has given you COVID-19.  You cannot get COVID-19 from the vaccine.

6. The vaccine will cause infertility/sterility.

There is no evidence that mRNA has caused infertility or sterility.

7. You don’t need the vaccine since the survival rate is high.

COVID-19 mainly affects the lungs but it does impact other parts of the body and organs. While most people survive the disease, many survivors have long term complications such as continued joint and muscle pain, breathing difficulties, headaches, trouble concentrating ("brain fog"), depression and heart conditions.

8. The vaccine can lead to long term side effects.

Side effects from the vaccine will appear within hours or days. There currently aren't reports of long term side effects from the vaccine.

9. You shouldn’t take the vaccine if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.

Breast milk provides your baby with protection against many illnesses. Breastfeeding is recommended even if you have COVID-19 as there is no evidence of the virus in breast milk.

Talk to your health care provider if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding and want to get the vaccine.

10. You don't need a mask or to social distance after you get the vaccine.

Building immunity in the wider community (called 'herd immunity') will take time.

You still need to wear a mask or face covering, disinfect common areas, keep a physical distance of  2 metres or 6 feet, and regular hand-washing or using hand sanitizer to protect yourself and others.