COVID-19 Vaccination Side Effects (MDH)
Common side effects to the vaccine:
Typically post vaccination symptoms are seen within 3 days of getting the vaccine. If you experience localized symptoms but are otherwise well, you may return to all activities. You should not be at work or other activities if you have a fever or feel ill.
Systemic symptoms (throughout the rest of your body) could be from the vaccine or COVID-19:
- Fever
- Chills
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Muscle/joint aches
If you experience a systemic symptom, stay home until you are well and fever free for 24 hours. Contact your supervisor and school nurse. If these symptoms last more than 3 days, contact your care provider and get tested for COVID-19.
Signs and symptoms unlikely to be from the vaccination include those that involve the respiratory system:
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Nasal congestion/runny nose
- Sore throat
- Loss of sense of taste or smell
If you have these symptoms after the vaccine or symptoms last longer than 3 days or worsen, stay home and get a Covid test and consult your healthcare provider. Call your supervisor and school nurse.
Questions?
School health office staff are available to answer your general questions. If you have specific questions about the vaccine and your health, contact your care provider. Your care provider has access to the MDH Hotline for questions they cannot answer.
