In general, people are considered fully vaccinated: ^± 

• 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or 
• 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine 

If you don’t meet these requirements, regardless of your age, you are NOT fully vaccinated. Keep taking all precautions until you are fully vaccinated. 

If you have a condition or are taking medications that weaken your immune system, you may NOT be fully protected even if you are fully vaccinated. Talk to your healthcare provider. Even after vaccination, you may need to continue taking all precautions. To learn what ways to protect yourself and others click here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html 

There are several ways you can look for vaccination providers near you. 

• Visit Vaccines.gov to find vaccination providers near you. In some states, information may be limited while more vaccination providers and pharmacies are being added. Learn more about COVID-19 Vaccination Locations on Vaccines.gov. 
• Text your zip code to 438829 or call 1-800-232-0233 to find vaccine locations near you. 
• Check your local pharmacy’s website to see if vaccination appointments are available. Find out which pharmacies are participating in the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program. 
• Contact your state health department to find additional vaccination locations in the area. 
• Check your local news outlets. They may have information on how to get a vaccination appointment. 

Congrats to Robert Wells and his dedicated team!

Robert (Bob) Wells was admitted to South Shore Nursing and Rehabilitation in February 2021 after an extended hospital stay. Mr. Wells was unable to stand or complete own ADLs upon admission.After working with therapy for a short period of time, he was able to accomplish his goals of being able to stand and complete transfers. Mr. Wells was able to return home with his family.

We are so proud of Mr. Well and happy that he and his family allowed us the opportunity to be part of his care.

Lenard Moore was admitted to South Shore Nursing and Rehabilitation in February 2021 after admitting to the hospital with weakness and multiple falls.

After working with therapy for a short period of time, he was able to gain his strength back and was walking up and down the halls making everyone smile. Mr. Moore was able to return home. He expressed to us how happy he was with his care here at South Shore. We are proud of Mr. Moore and wish him the best of luck at home.

Now that there are authorized and recommended COVID-19 vaccines in the United States, accurate vaccine information is critical and can help stop common myths and rumors. Read about some common myths here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/facts.html 

How do I know which COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate? 

It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Before considering vaccine information on the Internet, check that the information comes from a credible source and is updated on a regular basis. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information.  

After getting vaccinated, you might have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. Common side effects are pain, redness, and swelling in the arm where you received the shot, as well as tiredness, headache, muscle pain, chills, fever, and nausea throughout the rest of the body. These side effects could affect your ability to do daily activities, but they should go away in a few days. Learn more about what to expect after getting a COVID-19 vaccine.  

Safety is a top priority while federal partners work to make COVID-19 vaccines available to anyone recommended to get one. Safety is considered before any vaccine is recommended for use.

Learn more about how CDC and its partners are ensuring the safety of COVID-19 vaccines: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety.html

CDC’s new v-safe tool uses text messages and surveys to check in with you after you get a COVID-19 vaccine. You can quickly tell CDC how you’re feeling and if you have any side effects. Get vaccinated, then:

• Go to vsafe.cdc.gov
• Click “Get started”
• Fill in all requested information
• Verify your smartphone
• Add your vaccine information
• Wait for your first check-in

Learn more about v-safe and how to register: https://bit.ly/3izTu0Z

COVID-19 vaccination helps keep you from getting COVID-19.
The vaccines currently available in the United States are effective at preventing COVID-19, according to clinical trials, and are important tools to stop the pandemic.
Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html

Q: How many people need to get a #COVID19 vaccine for herd immunity?

A: While experts don’t yet know how many people would need to get vaccinated to achieve herd immunity, vaccination is a safer way to build protection than getting sick.

For more FAQs, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html