Covid-19 Vaccine
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COVID-19 Vaccine Questions
What you need to know about COVID-19 vaccines in Ohio
COVID-19 vaccines are being administered in Ohio, and Concord Health and Wellness is participating in this tremendous effort. Dr. Joyce knows that you may have questions about the vaccine and the vaccination process. Will they be required? How will I know when it is my turn? Are they safe and effective? Having access to accurate information is key to making an educated decision about choosing to be vaccinated against COVID-19, so we have compiled some helpful at-a-glance information from reliable sources to some of the most commonly-asked questions below.
Were COVID-19 vaccines rushed? How do I know they are safe?
COVID-19 vaccine development and clinical trials were thorough, and thanks to decades of research and a strategic scientific effort to streamline processes, could be developed more efficiently. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as well as independent medical experts, have ensured that every detail of the COVID-19 vaccines is thoroughly and rigorously evaluated, as outlined in the 50-plus page briefings of the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRPAC) detailing the findings from the clinical trials about effectiveness, safety and side effects of both Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has been shown to be 95% effective Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has been shown to be 95% effective, and the Moderna vaccine has been shown to be 94% effective in phase 3 clinical trials with more than 70,000 participants between the two studies, and no serious safety concerns were observed. Read more about how safety is a top priority of the U.S. vaccine safety development and approval process here.
I’ve seen a lot of rumors on social media about vaccines. How can I tell what is true?
The Internet is rife with dangerous misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines, and it can be difficult to know what to trust. The best thing you can do is educate yourself about the vaccines with trustworthy information. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information in this article from the CDC, and separate myths from facts on this page from the Ohio Department of Health or this article from the Mayo Clinic.
How are vaccines being distributed?
At first, there will be a limited supply of COVID-19 vaccine, with a phased approach to offering the vaccines to specific critical audiences. Those who are at highest risk of contracting and transmitting the virus will be among the first to be vaccinated. In time, every Ohioan who chooses, may receive a vaccine as soon as large quantities are available. Read more about this on the Ohio Department of Health’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program website. Concord Health and Wellness will be doing vaccinations by appointment following the distribution guidelines set forth by the Ohio Department of Health. The simplest method to notify our office that you are interested in receiving the vaccine is to use the Book Online on our website or the Patient Portal if you are a current patient. We will call to confirm an appointment time or put you on a waiting list depending upon the current vaccine availability.
Where can I find more information?
- CDC: Benefits of Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine
- CDC: What to Expect after Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine and video
- CDC: Understanding How COVID-19 Vaccines Work
- ODH: Myths vs. Facts COVID-19 Vaccine
- ODH: Frequently Asked Questions COVID-19 Vaccine
- FDA: Emergency Use Authorization for Vaccines Explained and video
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