Summary:
- mRNA vaccines work by providing our cells with instructions to make a harmless piece of the coronavirus spike protein. This trains our immune system to recognize and fight the real virus.
- mRNA vaccines are safe and effective because they do not contain the live virus and cannot cause COVID-19. They also degrade quickly in the body, reducing potential side effects.
- The mRNA technology used in COVID-19 vaccines has been studied for decades, and the vaccines went through rigorous clinical trials to ensure they are safe and effective.