A new COVID-19 vaccine is on its way to the Blue Ridge Health District (BRHD) and UVA Health. The BRHD has already placed an order for the vaccine, following state recommendations, and now they are waiting for its arrival. It may take a few weeks for the vaccines to be delivered to their designated locations.
In the meantime, individuals might start seeing the vaccine being offered at other places, such as pharmacies and primary care providers. This wider distribution is expected to help make the vaccine more accessible to the public.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending that everyone aged 6 months or older receive the updated vaccine. However, Doctor Bill Petri from UVA Health suggests that those who are 65 and older or immunocompromised will benefit the most from this new vaccine. He explains that getting vaccinated in September or October will provide individuals with better antibody levels against the current variants of the virus, which will last until the New Year.
As the vaccine becomes more widely available, it is crucial for individuals to stay informed and seek out the appropriate vaccination options. The BRHD and UVA Health are working diligently to ensure the timely delivery and administration of these vaccines to the community. Stay tuned for updates on the availability of the new COVID-19 vaccine in the Blue Ridge Health District and UVA Health.
Sources:
– WVIR – “New COVID-19 vaccine set to arrive in Blue Ridge Health District and UVA Health” (2023)
