About as soon as you get Covid Vaccinated?

Question

I got myself vaccinated 2 weeks ago. Will get my 2nd one on the 26th. I wish I asked the person who injected me this. As soon as u get yourself vaccinated for the 2nd time how long should U wait so it’s safe to talk to a stranger maskless and touch your face without cleaning your hands?

Update:

I meant I got myself vaccinated a week ago(8 days ago). My 2nd one will be in 13 days.

Willie · Answer

Are you over the age of 65 or did you somehow get the vaccine in front of those that qualify, but haven't gotten it yet?

Robert · Answer

It takes about 3 weeks after the injection for your body to produce the necessary antibodies to make you properly immune, so you should allow at least 3 weeks before reducing your precautions.

Anonymous · Answer

It takes two weeks for full immunity to the virus to develop after a person is fully vaccinated. In the interim, you need to keep following protection guidelines.

Anonymous · Answer

The "experts" vary.  Some say 14 days.  Some say 45 days.  Some are in between.  I am reading "use common sense."

wldswede · Answer

You should continue to follow social distancing guidelines, mask wearing, and hand-washing even after receiving both doses of the vaccine. Just because you've been vaccinated doesn't mean you cannot still pass the virus to others if you wind up exposed. There are also many other viruses that you can still contract.

linkus86 · Answer

"They" say 10 days after you receive the second dose.  That isn't to suggest that it is ok to stop being vigilant to protect yourself (and others) as the effectiveness of the vaccine is not 100%.

? · Answer

Those who are vaccinated are encouraged to maintain social distance, limit gatherings, and wear masks until the population reaches herd immunity.

About as soon as you get Covid Vaccinated?

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