Here are some things to consider when trying to decide if you should get vaccinated against COVID-19.   1. The COVID-19 vaccine was developed quickly and carefully tested for safety. 2. The side effects of the COVID vaccine are temporary and do not indicate that you are ill. 3. Getting the vaccine can help prevent you from becoming ill. 4. The vaccine was tested on a diverse population to ensure that it was safe and effective. 5. If you have allergies, you are probably safe getting vaccinated. Check with your doctor about this. 6. People of color are more vulnerable to serious COVID-19. 7. If you have had COVID-19, getting vaccinated increases your protection. 8. Getting vaccinated helps other people you come in contact with. 9. More people being vaccinated helps everything get back to normal. 10. Getting vaccinated sooner allows for your own personal protection. It also helps the community to be protected and slows the development of variants.   The best way to decide if you should get vaccinated is to get the information you need. Do your research; questions are important. Getting the right answers from reputable sources will make the decision easier. Talk to the doctors and staff at Immediate Care of Oklahoma. They help provide you with a better understanding of what is right for you.