Of course, we all want to return to the way things used to be. We want life to go back to normal, and vaccination is the key to making that happen.
Don’t be fooled by those urban legends claiming the vaccine doesn’t work or, even worse, that it will turn you into a zombie after two years (yes, they even set a timeline—double lol). Some people believe getting vaccinated will alter your body or cause you to die soon after. Or they argue that vaccines are a lie because people can still contract Covid-19 post-vaccination. Seriously, how ridiculous can these myths get? (lol)
Big NO—vaccines don’t provide an invisible shield that magically prevents infection. Who do you think you are, the Invisible Woman? Lol.
Vaccines were developed because experts agree that a virus cannot be entirely stopped from spreading or infecting people. If it can’t be prevented, the next best thing is figuring out how to minimize its effects.
Vaccines give you a certain level of immunity—not total immunity. When you have immunity, it doesn’t mean you’re exempt from the virus; it means your body can fight it better. That’s why I said vaccines provide “some sort” of immunity: if you do get infected, the effects won’t be as severe as they would be for an unvaccinated person.
Let’s break this down: if you’re unvaccinated and get infected, the virus can have severe effects, and if you have a weak immune system, you might not survive. On the other hand, if you’re vaccinated, the severity of the infection is reduced—though this depends on the vaccine’s efficacy. For instance, Pfizer has an initial efficacy rate of 92%. That means if you’re vaccinated with Pfizer and get infected, you have a 92% chance of recovering compared to an unvaccinated person, who has a 0% chance of protection. Lol.
Now, if you’re wondering why some vaccinated individuals still end up dying, it’s important to understand that the vaccine assumes you’re only fighting Covid-19. If you have other pre-existing conditions that worsen your overall health, then that’s a different story.
Oh my gosh, I just wanted to tell you where to get your vaccine certificate verified by the Department of Health (DOH). I’m not here to lecture you, I swear! Lol.
These days, traveling is such a hassle with all the new requirements, like RT-PCR tests and vaccine certificates.
So, here’s the deal: a vaccine certificate is now your new travel passport. Some countries have strict requirements and may even reject certificates issued by our local government (LGUs)—Hong Kong, for example.
That’s why the Department of Health introduced a process to standardize vaccine certificates. This ensures all vaccine certificates are verified and certified by the DOH, making them more credible..
If you’re fully vaccinated and planning to travel soon, I highly encourage you to get one for yourself.
Of course, I have a video prepared to show you how! Check it out below.
