The death toll from the pandemic in the United States has surpassed 800,000. And the worldwide toll is over 5.3 million.
By April 19, the death toll had reached 550,000. And increased by nearly 10% in just two months. Although over 200 million are now fully vaccinated, the virus continues to spread.
Worldwide, the toll had reached a million by October 1, 2020.
Since the start of the virus, Johns Hopkins University has maintained a website tracking cases. It tracks both the number of positive cases and fatalities.
COVID-19 is a vaccine-preventable disease. And everyone 12 or older in the United States can now get a free vaccine regardless of their immigration or health insurance status.
Vaccines are safe. And they are effective. Also, while some “breakthrough cases” do occur, vaccines substantially curb their symptoms.
Roll up your sleeve! Time to get vaccinated. Here is everything you need to know, including a checklist. More, you are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after you receive the second dose.
COVID-19 is a vaccine-preventable disease. Vaccines are safe. And they are effective. More, even though there are reported “breakthrough cases”, they substantially reduce symptoms. And booster shots are now available, also. Moreover, here are our key health messages on vaccines:
Vaccines Protect the Person Receiving it
Vaccines help to protect us from the virus. More, you are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after completing your second dose.
Vaccine Protect Others, too
More, they protect others, also. Additionally, it is important to remember that some cannot receive it, including children. In fact, you can have it and not know it.
Please get vaccinated. And encourage others, too.
Previous Infection will not Protect you
If you previously had the virus, you still would need the shot. And here is why.
First, it is unclear how long immunity lasts. We wrote several articles documenting reinfection. And that is because there are new strains. More, viruses mutate over time.
So even if you had it, you can get it again.
Second, it protects others. Early evidence shows vaccinated individuals are less likely to spread the virus to others. And remember, not everyone is eligible to receive it.