What happens after you've had two vaccinations?

Clinical trial participants are monitored during COVID-19 vaccine testing in Melbourne

Clinical trial participants are monitored during COVID-19 vaccine testing in Melbourne Source: AAP

The roll-out of our first vaccine, from Pfizer/BioNTech, is now only a few weeks away.



The first group of Australians are due to get their first coronavirus vaccines in just a few weeks’ time. But what happens after you’ve had your two shots?

We asked scientists some of your top questions about life after the vaccine.


  • People in Australia must stay at least 1.5 metres away from others. Check your state’s restrictions on gathering limits. 
  • If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, stay home and arrange a test by calling your doctor or contact the Coronavirus Health Information Hotline on 1800 020 080.
  • News and information is available in 63 languages at sbs.com.au/coronavirus
  •  Please check the relevant guidelines for your state or territory: NSW, VictoriaQueenslandWestern AustraliaSouth AustraliaNorthern TerritoryACTTasmania.  

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