COVID-19 vaccines and substance use disorders: What you need to know

Learn why it’s important that people with a substance use disorder get the COVID-19 vaccine, and what to expect when you get the vaccine.

For people with a substance use disorder (SUD) or who are in recovery, getting the COVID-19 vaccine is important to help protect them from getting very sick from COVID-19.

This fact sheet is for people with substance use disorder (SUD) and those in recovery. It answers common questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, such as:

  • Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine if I have an SUD?
  • Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for people with SUD?
  • What should I know about vaccine side effects?
  • Where can I get a COVID-19 vaccine?
COVID-19 vaccines and substance use disorders: What you need to know

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