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I was nervous for my first covid-19 vaccine shot. Now, I can’t wait for my second.

Despite trusting the science, I still had anxiety about possible side effects

Perspective by
Lily contributor
April 25, 2021 at 8:49 a.m. EDT

Getting my first dose of the Moderna coronavirus vaccine was equal parts exciting and anxiety-inducing. Since I am in a high-priority group, getting the vaccine felt urgent. Despite trusting the science behind mRNA vaccines, I still had anxiety about possible side effects and whether it would interact with my daily medications. Now, having the first shot and first-shot anxiety behind me, I can’t wait for my second.