It takes about two weeks after the second dose of vaccine to build immunity against COVID-19. If you do not keep up other protective measures during that time, you are...
Sanjeet Baidwan, MD
Sanjeet Baidwan, MD
Yale University
Sanjeet Baidwan is an internal medicine physician in New York City. Dr. Baidwan is a clinical instructor at the Yale School of Medicine, where she teaches Prevention & Lifestyle Medicine to first-year medical students.
Dr. Baidwan completed her undergraduate studies at Texas Tech University, medical school at the University of Texas at Houston, and residency in Internal Medicine - Primary Care at the Yale School of Medicine. She practices inpatient, outpatient, and telemedicine in Brooklyn.
Recent Submissions
October 8, 2021
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Vaccines
October 8, 2021
In the US, we have 3 vaccines in use. Two of these are in emergency use authorization, and one, Pfizer-BioNTech, was recently approved by the FDA.
May 7, 2021
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Vaccines
May 7, 2021
No, you don’t need to quarantine prior to travel or a visit if everyone is fully vaccinated.
February 1, 2021
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Vaccines
February 8, 2021
Yes allergic reactions happen with the COVID vaccine, but are EXTREMELY rare.
February 1, 2021
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Vaccines
February 8, 2021
In short, it’s unclear. Early studies show that immunity after vaccination lasts at least a few months and likely years.
December 20, 2020
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Vaccines
February 8, 2021
Yes, you can get the vaccine if you have already had COVID. Natural immunity may wane over time, so the vaccine may offer better protection.
May 30, 2020
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COVID-19 Basics
September 18, 2020
No, your race doesn’t directly increase your chance of getting COVID, but where you live and work does. Sometimes your zip code is more important than your genetic code.
March 30, 2020
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Everyday Prevention
May 4, 2020
Yes, as long as your local government has said it’s OK, it’s safe to go for a walk or run outdoors! If your new stay-at-home schedule has you stir crazy,...
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