3 Living Healthy COVID-19 vaccine approved for children ages 6 months through 5 years COVID-19 continues to impact our families and communities. We have learned that one of the best ways to protect ourselves and our families is to get the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine helps lower the risk of a person getting very sick, being hospitalized or dying from COVID-19. The COVID-19 vaccine is now available for children ages 6 months through 5 years old. Now our youngest family members can be protected. Children can get vaccinated at their doctor’s office, pharmacies or COVID-19 vaccine clinics available in your community. The Alliance recommends calling your child’s doctor to request the COVID-19 vaccine so you can also check if your child is up-to-date on other vaccines and health check-ups. If your child is not able to see the doctor, visit myturn.ca.gov to find a walk-in location or schedule an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine, including family appointments. You can protect yourself and your loved ones this holiday season by getting your COVID-19 vaccine! COVID-19 MEDICINE Evusheld™ can help protect immunocompromised people There is a medicine called Evusheld™ that may help prevent immunocompromised people ages 12 years and older from getting COVID-19. “Immunocompromised” means that someone has a weakened immune system. Evusheld™ is given in two injections and is recommended every six months. It is available at no cost to Alliance members. Evusheld™ is for people who have a higher risk for severe COVID-19 disease and complications. You can get Evusheld™ medication if you have not been exposed to COVID-19 recently and you: ■ Are moderately to severely immunocompromised because of a medical condition. ■ Cannot get a COVID-19 primary series or booster because you have a history of a severe reaction to COVID-19 vaccine(s) or COVID-19 vaccine ingredient(s). ■ Have taken medicines or treatments that suppress the immune system. You may not be able to get the Evusheld™ treatment if you: ■ Have allergies. ■ Have a bleeding disorder. ■ Have a low number of platelets. ■ Have a history or risk of heart attack or stroke. ■ Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. ■ Are breastfeeding. Questions? If you have an immunocompromising condition or are taking immunosuppressing treatment, contact your doctor to see if Evusheld™ is right for you.
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