The vaccine cannot spread the virus
Misconception: The vaccine contain functioning viruses, which can spread the virus.
Facts: None of the vaccines contain viruses that can spread Covid-19. The vaccine contains a harmless substance found on the surface of the virus. This helps the immune system to recognize and fight the virus if you contract it.
HOW TO REASON WITH SOMEONE WHO BELIEVES IN THIS MYTH
– I don’t want to get vaccinated because I am afraid of getting Covid-19 from the vaccine.
– The vaccine protects you from getting Covid-19. There is a myth that you can get the virus from the vaccine, but it is not true.
– How do you know that?
– Live viruses are needed for you to become infected. The vaccine only contains a harmless substance found on the surface of the virus. This is why the myth came about.
The vaccine helps your immune system learn to recognise the right virus so that the body can protect you before you get ill.
This is why it is impossible to get Covid-19 from the vaccine. It just protects you against the virus.
