Achieving vaccination equity through communities. Because those closest to the problems are also closest to the solutions. | Join us to listen, partner, share
Our report describing the extraordinary efforts of nearly 100 community-based organizations to promote COVID-19 vaccination equity is out!
Brief version:
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Full report:
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A thread:
Vaccines are a great equalizer–allowing us to be healthy and thrive. So why are some not sure about the shots? It all comes down to trust. For the past year the @EVICommunity piloted several community-led models that make this decision a no brainer: buildingvaccinedemand.org
Tune in April 5 at 6 p.m. ET as Angela Yee speaks to some of today’s leading medical experts about COVID-19 in Communities of Color and to empower us to take charge of our mental and physical wellness. @glblctzn
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Getting your COVID booster means getting stronger protection against severe illness and hospitalization.
Help protect yourself and others. Find boosters near you at vaccines.gov or text your zip code to 438829! #GenVaxxed#WeCanDoThis
ALT Am I eligible for a booster shot?
Who:
The CDC recommends everyone ages 12 years and older get a #COVID19 booster shot.
Ages 12 and up can get the Pfizer booster shot.
When:
At least 5 months after your last Pfizer vaccine
At least 6 months after your last Moderna vaccine
At least 2 months after your Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Which booster do I get?
You can choose to get the same type of vaccine you originally got or get a different kind.
Where can I get my booster?
Visit vaccines.gov
Text your zip code to 438829
Call 1-800-232-0233
Don't forget the #Vaccination all day Health event, Saturday, March 26th, evet time slots for all generations: 30 12-2pm, 18 and under 2pm-4pm and Family Time 4-6pm, 9119 S. Exchange. Live DJ House music, free food, $50 incentive for getting "vaxed". All are welcome!
PARENTS: Over 8 million children aged 5-11 have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in the United States alone.
The vaccine is safe, free, & effective for everyone 5 years old and over. Learn more and find doses for you and your family at chi.gov/covidvax.
Through our @EVICommunity, we’ve found that community-driven efforts that build capacity among trusted community leaders have been critical to the Covid-19 response.
@RANDCorporation has outlined strategies to remove inequities and accelerate vaccination efforts. [3/3]
Through our #GenVaxxed project, we're meeting young people where they are to have one-on-one conversations about #COVID19 & the vaccines.
Read more from Jennifer, our California Outreach Specialist: sandiegouniontribune.com/opi…
ALT "When you are able to have a one-on-one conversation with vaccine-hesitant people and they tell you that they are willing to get vaccinated because they feel empowered in their decision because of the correct information you provided, you know people can change their minds. Convincing one person may feel like a drop in a bucket, but you know that may be one less person in a hospital bed or one less family that has to say goodbye to a loved one over FaceTime." - Jennifer Cardenas, Generation Vaxxed Outreach Specialist
The vaccine works.
While there were more "breakthrough" infections through the Omicron surge, vax'd Chicagoans continue to be HALF as likely to be diagnosed with COVID than unvax'd Chicagoans.
Get the facts and your vaccine on chi.gov/covidvax.
There is no cost to get a COVID-19 vaccine, regardless of insurance or immigration status. Find FREE vaccines near you:
💻 Go to vaccines.gov
📱 Text your ZIP code to 438829
📞 Call 1-800-232-0233
#GenVaxxed#WeCanDoThis
ALT The COVID-19 vaccines are free - regardless of immigration or health insurance status. Get yours at vaccines.gov.
Everyone 12 or older should get a COVID booster! 12-15 year olds are now eligible for a Pfizer booster 6 months after their 2nd dose.
Remember: the vaccines & boosters are still our best tools for reducing your chance of severe illness or hospitalization w/ #COVID19. #GenVaxxed
ALT Am I eligible for a booster shot?
Who:
The CDC recommends everyone ages 12 years and older get a #COVID19 booster shot.
Ages 12 and up can get the Pfizer booster shot.
When:
At least 5 months after your last Pfizer vaccine
At least 6 months after your last Moderna vaccine
At least 2 months after your Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Which booster do I get?
You can choose to get the same type of vaccine you originally got or get a different kind.
Where can I get my booster?
Visit vaccines.gov
Text your zip code to 438829
Call 1-800-232-0233
GREAT NEWS: 80% of Chicagoans (12y ) have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
The vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your family from severe illness due to the virus.
More info and resources at chi.gov/covidvax.
As equitable access to vaccination remains a pressing issue, @RockefellerFdn has launched the $20 million Equity-First Vaccination Initiative to demonstrate-and-scale hyper-local, community-led vaccination programs. @EVICommunityrockefellerfoundation.org/co…