The first COVID-19 vaccines relied on mRNA technology that had never before been used in an approved human vaccine. This short guide breaks down how that technology actually works.
On December 11, 2020, the FDA granted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) approval for the first COVID-19 vaccine, Pfizer's mRNA vaccine. On week later, the FDA granted EUA to a second mRNA COVID-19 vaccine by Moderna.
You probably have quite a few questions about these new vaccines, especially since both rely on new technology never before used in human vaccines.
Here's how COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work:
[Engagement Card]
This article was updated on December 19, 2020 to reflect the current state of the COVID-19 vaccine landscape.
Schedule With a Primary Care Doctor
Your doctor can evaluate symptoms, guide treatment and refer you to specialists if needed.
Schedule With a Primary Care Doctor
Did you find this article helpful?
Thank you for your feedback.
Subscribe to our Newsletter
Please enter an email
Please enter a valid email