8 Booster Vaccine Side Effects to Anticipate

Data collected by the FDA for earlier bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccines suggests that these shots successfully provided immunogenicity (a boost to your immunity)

1. Pain at the injection site, alongside redness or swelling

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2. Extended fatigue

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3. Headaches

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4. Widespread muscle pain

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5. Joint pain

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6. Chills

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7. Fever

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8. Nausea and vomiting

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