Novavax is just as effective, but far less likely to cause fevers and fatigue.

Summary

The Novavax Covid vaccine offers an effective alternative to mRNA vaccines, with fewer side effects.

Unlike the Pfizer and Moderna shots, which commonly cause fatigue, fever, and headaches, Novavax is based on older vaccine technology and results in milder, shorter-lasting reactions.

mRNA vaccines dominated early due to rapid development, but Novavax offers comparable Covid prevention effectiveness, with studies suggesting longer-lasting antibody responses.

Despite these advantages, Novavax remains underutilized, largely due to timing and misconceptions about its efficacy. Experts encourage considering it as an equal option.

    • aramis87@fedia.io
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      2 days ago

      You’re welcome - I’m always happy to share vaccine info and prevention/mitigation thoughts.

      • Qkall
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        2 days ago

        seriously, i once posted about looking for more info and was immediately labeled as anti vax… i just wanted sources. this is super relevant to me as i got wrecked by both alternatives to noravax but followed the data at the time. I have been meaning to get a booster (mostly meant to do it a while ago but a lot of life happened and it fell off the top ten for a bit…) and this really helps.