Yes, the Johnson and Johnson vaccine is safe, but the mRNA vaccines are preferred! The risk of side effects from the J&J vaccine is very small compared to the risks...
Alyssa Bernanke, BA
Alyssa Bernanke, BA
Duke University
Alyssa Bernanke is an MD/PhD candidate at Duke University in the department of pharmacology, where she studies the neural circuitry and neurobiological mechanisms of fear learning and behavioral conditioning.
Dr. Bernanke completed her undergraduate studies at St. John's College, where she majored in classics and philosophy. She attended a premedical postbaccalaureate program at the University of Southern California before she entered the MD/PhD program at Duke University. In addition to her thesis work in neurobiology, Dr. Bernanke has conducted research in cancer biology and immunology.
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August 6, 2021
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I Think I Have COVID-19
August 6, 2021
Even if you’re vaccinated, you can spread COVID-19 if you’re infected. Take steps to reduce spreading the virus if you’re infected!
May 7, 2021
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Vaccines
May 7, 2021
Side effects from the vaccine can be a sign that your immune system is doing its job. But feeling fine doesn’t mean the vaccine isn’t working.
March 12, 2021
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Everyday Prevention
March 12, 2021
If you or a loved one had COVID-19, a good cleaning can help reduce the risk of spreading the virus to others.
March 12, 2021
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Everyday Prevention
April 9, 2021
Trying to decide if you should host that barbecue or visit grandma? Defining your risk budget will help you make safe decisions.
February 14, 2021
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Everyday Prevention
February 14, 2021
Support your favorite restaurant by getting some food to go--but eating at an indoor restaurant is still high-risk for contracting COVID-19.
December 23, 2020
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Everyday Prevention
December 24, 2020
If you are being treated for cancer, it is possible you are at increased risk for getting seriously ill with COVID-19. Make a plan with your doctor One of the...
December 23, 2020
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Vaccines
February 8, 2021
No, the new mRNA vaccines will not change your DNA. The two vaccines that are FDA-authorized use mRNA to help our bodies create an immune response against COVID-19. What’s the...
December 20, 2020
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Vaccines
February 8, 2021
Vaccine trials are paused when a participant gets sick to see if the illness was caused by the vaccine. They were not--the vaccine is safe!
November 21, 2020
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Everyday Prevention
November 21, 2020
You can minimize risk at parks and playgrounds by maintaining distance from others and washing your hands.
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