VERIFY: You don't need to avoid alcohol after getting the COVID-19 vaccine Some people claim drinking alcohol will negatively affect your body's response to the coronavirus vaccine. Experts say there is no evidence to support this. Author: Mia Salenetri (WUSA9) Updated: 12:36 PM EST February 5, 2021 WASHINGTON — As of January 28, 26.1 million Americans have received at least one dose of the COVID-91 vaccine, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Almost 4.3 million have received a second dose. But with more widespread vaccinations come more questions. A Verify viewer reached out to the team with a screenshot of an article that a friend sent her way. It claimed that "people who have received the COVID-19 vaccine should avoid drinking alcohol because it can reduce the body's immune response to the jab, experts have warned."