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3rd Dose or Booster?
WHAT’S THE ADVANTAGE OF THE BOOSTER? Virginia Garcia recommends getting the booster dose as soon as you are eligible. Individuals who have received the booster are less likely to contract the OMNICRON variant or need hospitalization if they are infected. More than 70% of the population currently hospitalized for COVID-19 are either unvaccinated or have […]
Stay Cool with These Community Resources
Extreme Heat and Cooling Resources We’re heading into another heat wave, which is forecasted for Wednesday 8/11/21, through Saturday, 8/14/21. There are several community resources for cooling centers, splash pads, and hydration stations, including the Virginia Garcia Cornelius Wellness Center. Some of these resources are also pet-friendly. See below for more information on where you […]
Virginia Garcia Offering Community Vaccination Events
Covid-19 AND FLU Vaccine EventS Below are upcoming COVID-19 and Flu vaccination events. Please be sure to read the information below about what to expect and what to bring with you. All events listed below are open to the public. No appointment is required unless noted. COVID-19 CLINIC VACCINATION EVENTS Week of January 24 BEAVERTON […]
Information about the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
The CDC and FDA have recommended that use of Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen (J&J/Janssen) COVID-19 Vaccine resume in the United States, effective April 23, 2021. However, women younger than 50 years old especially should be aware of the rare risk of blood clots with low platelets after vaccination, and that other COVID-19 vaccines are available […]
