COVID-19 AND VACCINE
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus. Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer are more likely to develop serious illness.
COVID-19 SYMPTOMS
Most common symptoms:
- fever.
- dry cough.
- tiredness.
Less common symptoms:
- aches and pains.
- sore throat.
- diarrhoea.
- conjunctivitis.
- headache.
- loss of taste or smell.
- a rash on skin, or discolouration of fingers or toes.
Serious symptoms:
- difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.
- chest pain or pressure.
- loss of speech or movement.
COVID-19 VACCINES
Covid-19 vaccines are free. However, Supply from the Federal Government is limited. The New York State government advised that every New Yorker should wear a mask, social distance and avoid small and large gatherings.
If interested in the COVID-19 vaccine, please contact your health care provider.
COVID-19 VACCINE RESOURCES
COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION CENTER
New York State Distribution of the vaccines
New York State VACCINE schedule
Schedule your COVID-19 Vaccine appointment through the New York State here.
Broome County COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
How to schedule appointment to receive COVID-19 vaccine in Broome County
