Should those vaccinated worry about getting COVID-19? With COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations up 82% in San Diego County, concern is growing, and not just for the unvaccinated, but for those who got the shot. Author: Heather Hope (Reporter) Updated: 6:54 PM PDT July 22, 2021 SAN DIEGO — Many are opting to not wear masks and not take more health safety precautions after getting vaccinated. But is that totally safe? "People who have been vaccinated can still get infected, but they will mostly have mild symptoms, and it will feel like something they can get over in a few days so that is a win," said Dr. Abisola Olulade in family medicine of the Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group.