COVID-19 en el Fairfax County Government Center.
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(Some links in English)
In English | Who can get the vaccine today?
- People 12 years of age or older
Read the latest news about vaccines at aarp.org/Vacunas
Where can I get vaccinated?
- Government-run community sites, hospitals, health clinics, local pharmacies, and mass vaccination sites, You can find them through the Virginia Department of Health at internet pre-registration system, but does not include Fairfax County residents. You can also call the COVID-19 information line at 877-829-4682 for help. Fairfax County residents can find appointments through the www.vaccines.gov, the federal government immunization page, or by calling the Fairfax County Health Department at 703-324-7404.
- Certain retail pharmacies: including some localities of CVS, Walgreens, Walmart Y Rite Aid They are offering limited vaccinations without an appointment. But if you prefer to schedule your vaccination in advance, follow the links to schedule appointments. You can also find more retail pharmacies and other providers at www.vaccines.gov, the federal government’s vaccination page. You can use the same tool by texting your zip code to 438829 to find vaccination sites or by calling 800-232-0233 (TTY: 888-720-7489 for the hearing impaired.)
- Several transit agencies offer free or discounted rides to and from vaccination sites. Uber Y Lift they also offer these services. Book a trip through their mobile apps or online.
- AARP in Virginia is collaborating with five agencies that focus on older adults to spread the word about free transportation services to vaccination sites.
The following agencies offer free transportation:- New River Valley Agency on Aging (Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, and Pulaski counties; Radford City; Towns of Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Pulaski counties)
- Phone: 540-980-7720, 8 am – 4:30 pm
- Local Office on Aging, Roanoke (City of Roanoke, Roanoke, Craig, Botetourt, Salem, Vinton, Alleghany, Covington, Clifton Forge counties)
- Eligible age 60+
- Phone: 540-345-0451, 8 am – 4:30 pm
- Peninsula Agency on Aging (Newport News, Williamsburg, York and James City counties, Poquoson and Hampton)
- Over 60 years old
- Residents of Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson and York counties
- Phone: 757-873-0541, 8:30 am – 5 pm
- Residents of Williamsburg & James City Counties
- Phone: 757-920-5800, 8:30 am – 5 pm
- Bay Aging (Essex, Gloucester, King & Queen, King William, Lancaster, Mathews, Middlesex, Northumberland, Richmond, Westmoreland, New Kent, y la ciudad de Charles)
- All ages
- Phone: 877-869-6046, 8 am – 4:30 pm
- New River Valley Agency on Aging (Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, and Pulaski counties; Radford City; Towns of Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Pulaski counties)
- AARP recommends that you consult with your doctor about the safety, efficacy, benefits, and risks of the COVID-19 vaccine. Older adults, especially those with underlying illnesses, have a increased risk of being hospitalized and dying because of COVID-19.
What should I bring to the vaccination appointment?
Some vaccination centers ask for some proof of identity or proof that you meet the vaccination criteria. Authorities recommend that you carry your driver’s license or other state-issued identification, showing your name, age, and the state where you live. In addition, it is recommended to bring your medical insurance card, if you have it. You will not have to pay anything, but the vaccine provider may charge the insurer some amount for administering the vaccine.
If you have priority due to an underlying illness or your type of work, you may need a note from your doctor, a pay stub or a badge, or other proof. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) say that it is necessary to wear a mask when going to the appointment.
How do residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities get the vaccine?
Most long-term care facility residents and staff in Virginia are getting vaccinated through a federal program who has contracted with CVS and Walgreens to administer COVID-19 vaccines at clinics located at the centers at no cost. Apart from a small number of clinics that have not been completed, the program has already been completed.
To ensure that long-term care facilities continue to have access to COVID-19 vaccines – for new residents or staff, or for residents and staff who have been hesitant to receive vaccines – the federal government continues distributing vaccines to the pharmacies that collaborated with these facilities.
Which vaccines require a second dose?
Vaccines against COVID-19, one from Pfizer and one from Moderna, require two doses. If you receive one of these vaccines, you will need to receive a follow-up dose to gain the necessary immunity. It is recommended that the second dose be given three weeks after the first for the Pfizer vaccine, and four weeks for the Moderna vaccine. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say they can be given up to six weeks later. You should receive a card from your provider stating the place and date to return for the second dose. The state says it will send reminders via text message, email and phone call.
The Johnson & Johnson vaccine requires only one injection. Federal authorities warned that the vaccine has been linked to rare but severe cases of blood clots, among a small group of people, especially women 50 and younger.
The length of the immunity period of a coronavirus vaccine or whether it should be given regularly, such as the flu vaccine, is not yet known.
Do I have to pay for the vaccination?
You shouldn’t have any out-of-pocket costs to get the vaccine. AARP fought to ensure that the federal government cover the cost of the vaccine. Providers can recover a fee for administering the injection, but cannot charge consumers. They would be reimbursed by the patient’s insurance company or the government (in the case of Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries and the uninsured, for example).
According to the Virginia Department of Health, any charges for the COVID-19 vaccine will be covered by either insurance companies or the US Health Resources and Services Administration Provider Assistance Fund. There have already been reports of scammers claiming to offer COVID-19 vaccines and treatments and attempting to charge for them. The AARP Fraud Network is tracking the latest scams.
What should I do with my vaccination card?
During your vaccination appointment, you should receive a small white card that includes your name, date of birth, the name of the vaccine you received, and the date it was administered. If you receive the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, take your card with you when you go for your second dose.
You may need your vaccination card for certain types of trips or other activities, so keep it in a safe place. You can take a photo of it with your smartphone for your own records. Experts say that posting a photo of your card on social media could make yourself vulnerable to identity theft. If you lose your card or if you did not receive one, contact your vaccine provider or your local Health Department to receive a copy.
When can children be vaccinated?
Pfizer’s vaccine is licensed for individuals 12 years of age and older, while Moderna and Johnson & Johnson’s vaccines are licensed for individuals 18 years of age and older. Both companies, Pfizer and Moderna, are investigating the effectiveness of their vaccines in children from 6 months of age. Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, has said that he anticipates that all children will likely be able to receive the vaccine early next year.
Should I wear a mask after getting vaccinated?
Immunity is acquired two weeks after receiving the single-dose vaccine or, in the case of two-dose vaccines, after the second dose. After that period, fully vaccinated people can gather in open and closed spaces with other fully vaccinated people without wearing a mask or keeping six feet apart, according to the CDC; except where required by state or federal law, business, or workplace.
The CDC recommends continuing to wear masks on airplanes, buses, and trains, as well as on any other public transportation, whether you are traveling to, in, or out of the United States and while in places like the airport or public transportation stations.
This guide was updated on June 9 with new information on free and discounted trips to vaccination sites.
