COVID-19 Vaccine: Be Kind
Posted on
May 11, 2021
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Be Patient. Be Ready.
Fighting the pandemic has been hard on everyone, especially older adults. With vaccines now available to those over 65, here is what you need to know to get your COVID-19 vaccine:
Register with your local Health Department.
Check local pharmacies (Walgreens, CVS and Walmart) for availability
No access to a computer? Call your local Health Department to register.
Be patient and continue using the 3 Ws: wash your hands, wear a mask, and watch your distance.
As the state of Illinois and the nation ramp up vaccine availability, older adults have many decisions to make and challenges to navigate. Here is a list of frequently asked questions to help you through the vaccine maze.
Q: Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe?
A: Yes. The COVID-19 vaccines currently available have Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) by the FDA. They have gone through the U.S. vaccine safety system which ensures all vaccines are as safe as possible.
Q: Do I need a vaccine if I already had Covid-19?
A:Yes. People who have already had COVID-19 should receive the vaccine. The science is currently inconclusive as to whether you will be naturally protected from a second COVID-19 infection in the future.
Q: Will undocumented people be able to get the vaccine
A:Yes. Everyone in Illinois, including individuals who are undocumented, can receive the vaccine.
Editors Note: This article was submitted by AgeGuide, the Area Agency on Aging for Northeastern Illinois. Contact AgeGuide at 630-293-5990 or info@ageguide.org.
Source: Illinois Department of Public Health
Be Patient. Be Ready.
Fighting the pandemic has been hard on everyone, especially older adults. With vaccines now available to those over 65, here is what you need to know to get your COVID-19 vaccine:
Register with your local Health Department.
Check local pharmacies (Walgreens, CVS and Walmart) for availability
No access to a computer? Call your local Health Department to register.
Be patient and continue using the 3 Ws: wash your hands, wear a mask, and watch your distance.
As the state of Illinois and the nation ramp up vaccine availability, older adults have many decisions to make and challenges to navigate. Here is a list of frequently asked questions to help you through the vaccine maze.
Q: Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe?
A: Yes. The COVID-19 vaccines currently available have Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) by the FDA. They have gone through the U.S. vaccine safety system which ensures all vaccines are as safe as possible.
Q: Do I need a vaccine if I already had Covid-19?
A:Yes. People who have already had COVID-19 should receive the vaccine. The science is currently inconclusive as to whether you will be naturally protected from a second COVID-19 infection in the future.
Q: Will undocumented people be able to get the vaccine
A:Yes. Everyone in Illinois, including individuals who are undocumented, can receive the vaccine.
Editors Note: This article was submitted by AgeGuide, the Area Agency on Aging for Northeastern Illinois. Contact AgeGuide at 630-293-5990 or info@ageguide.org.
Source: Illinois Department of Public Health