Fast facts: Use of the Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine has been paused so the CDC and FDA can investigate a rare but severe side effect.
So far this side effect has appeared in six reported cases, all arising six to 13 days after vaccination. The White House is urging the public not to be concerned.
The Johnson & Johnson vaccine works slightly differently from Pfizer and Moderna, but still appears to be an effective way to prevent severe infection from coronavirus.
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