Coronavirus Testing/Vaccination FAQs, Myths & Sources

Press release from the Sacramento County Government:

August 23, 2021

As COVID cases and hospitalizations continue to rise in the Sacramento region and across the state, increasing vaccination rates in our community remains the most powerful tool to ending the pandemic. With added FDA approval for the Pfizer vaccine and vaccine clinics throughout the community, it’s easier than ever to get vaccinated. For those still on the fence about the COVID vaccine here are a few FAQs and myths.

• What does FDA approval for the Pfizer vaccine mean?

• Can people that are vaccinated still get and spread COVID-19?

• Can receiving a COVID-19 vaccine cause you to be magnetic?

• Do any of the COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in the United States shed or release any of their components?

• Is it safe for me to get a COVID-19 vaccine if I would like to have a baby one day?

• Will a COVID-19 vaccine alter my DNA?

• Will getting a COVID-19 vaccine cause me to test positive for COVID-19 on a viral test?

• Should I go to the Emergency Room to get a COVID test if I have symptoms or have a known exposure?

“The vaccine is the best resource currently available to fight COVID 19 and end the pandemic,” says Dr. Olivia Kasirye, Sacramento County Public Health Officer. “With the FDA approval for the Pfizer vaccine and continued education and outreach to the community, our hope is more people will choose to get vaccinated.”

For additional information regarding COVID vaccine, a list of vaccine clinic locations and to make an appointment visit the Sacramento County COVID vaccination page.

This press release was produced by the Sacramento County Government. The views expressed here are the author’s own.