Allergic reactions to the Pfizer COVID vaccineOn Sunday afternoon, the CDC reported that 556,000 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine had been administered in the United States. And while we’re on the subject, anaphylaxis is not unique to the COVID-19 vaccine: These severe allergic reactions can happen with any vaccine. Before both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines received EUA, they each had to meet strict safety requirements—which also covered potential allergic reactions. People with a history of severe allergic reactions should be monitored for 30 minutes after getting the vaccine. If you’d like more information on the COVID-19 vaccines and allergies, Allergic Living has put together this helpful FAQ.

Source: The Nation December 22, 2020 21:56 UTC