Just because the COVID-19 vaccine is here, doesn't mean you can stop wearing a mask.<br />Masks and social distancing are necessary to keep yourself and loved ones safe while we wait for more doses of the vaccine.<br />Scientists still don't know whether the vaccine keeps you from contracting the virus or if it just prevents you from getting sick.<br />According to Business Insider, the vaccine doesn't offer immediate protection either, you need 2 doses for protection.<br />Scientists and experts are still stressing the importance of wearing masks and socially distancing.<br />According to the experts, the pandemic won't be officially over until the whole world has access to the vaccine.
