Vaccines are safe - COVID-19 vaccinations are safe and save lives. In Australia, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) continues to closely monitor COVID-19 vaccine safety and side effects.
After your COVID-19 vaccine
You will be monitored for at least 15 minutes after your vaccination in case of a rare allergic reaction. The person who gives you the vaccine has been trained to respond to immediate reactions.Usually side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are mild and go away within 1 to 2 days. Common side effects include:a sore arm where the needle went in, tiredness headache, muscle painfever and chills. As with any medicine or vaccine, there may be rare or unknown side effects. If you think you are having serious side effects contact your health care professional, or the National Coronavirus Helpline.1800 020 080
