COVID-19 Vaccinations
The CDC has developed a vaccination schedule and guidelines. Which can be found here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/recommendations.html
Basically:
1a Health care workers and long term care residents
1b: Essential workers and those 75 and over
1c: Those 65 to 74 and those 16-64 with underlying medical conditions
Virginia residents are currently in Phase 1a and are preparing to enter Phase 1b. Vaccinations are done by appointment and a personal email is needed. If you do not have an email account, please call the Buchanan County Public Library at 276-935-5721 and we will answer questions about how to get a free email account. For more information from the Virginia Department of Health about the vaccines and Covid-19, visit https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus/vaccination/ .
Wondering what to expect when you go for your appointment? Click here for more information:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/expect.html
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COVID-19 is having a huge impact on everyone’s lives. The US Government and others are reaching out to help people get through this difficult time. The links below help explain some of the assistance available and provide information on what you can do and what you need to know.
VCEDA e-News Briefs
Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority
This links to their listing of COVID-19 assistance resources for businesses and employers.
U.S. Department of Labor
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
IRS Economic Relief to Individuals
https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus
Government Response to Coronavirus