The COVID-19 vaccine is currently being made available in communities across Texas. This video offers a doctor’s perspective on the vaccines, which have been given the FDA’s green light for emergency use. Dr. Bharath Thankavel, medical director of value-based care at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, confirms that the FDA considers the COVID-19 vaccines to be safe and highly effective, following large trials with thousands of volunteers. If you have concerns about getting the vaccine, this video could offer you some peace of mind.