Delta Variant and Other Updates
“The COVID-19 vaccine is Missouri’s pathway to recovery. As we see the more dangerous Delta variant begin to spread in certain regions of Missouri, we strongly encourage Missourians to protect themselves by getting vaccinated as soon as possible.”
— Daniel P. Mehan, President and CEO Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Value of Vaccination for Individuals:
•All approved vaccines are very effective, even against new variants.
•There is no cost for the COVID-19 vaccine, even if you are uninsured.
•Fully vaccinated individuals are less likely to miss work, school, or social functions due to illness.
•Fully vaccinated individuals are not asked to quarantine when exposed to COVID-19 and not symptomatic.
Delta Variant Update:
•Delta cases are on the rise in your area and in Missouri.
•The Delta variant appears to spread more easily and poses a higher risk of hospitalization than prior strains.
•Social distancing, masking, handwashing, and other precautions remain important.
•Vaccination still shows very effective protection.
•Video by State Epidemiologist explaining Delta Variant.*
Vaccine Safety:
•Administered safely to millions of people in the U.S. under intense safety monitoring.
•Authorized quickly, without ignoring safety checks, by cutting ‘red tape’.
•Protects people from getting sick and especially prevents severe illness from COVID-19.
Value of Vaccination for Workplaces/Communities:
•Helps prevent or reduce outbreaks that create high absenteeism in businesses and hamper community social events.
•Minimizes hospital resources for COVID-19.
•Protects nursing homes and other vulnerable people.
COVID-19 VACCINES ARE WIDELY AVAILABLE:
If your business or organization is interested in a COVID-19 vaccine, complete this form.****
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SENIOR SERVICES
The vaccine is the best way to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Everyone 12 years of age and older is now eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
*Delta Variant Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVeTPII3-Ak
** https://www.jhsph.edu/covid-19/articles/achieving-herd-immunity-with-covid19.html
*** https://showmestrong.mo.gov/data/public-health/
****Business form: https://stateofmissouri.wufoo.com/forms/m1l2ergb0572jxj/
