Latest COVID-19 Update & Vaccination Guidelines - January 18, 2024
The update covers key messages on COVID-19 vaccination, the Novavax vaccine, and treatment options for COVID cases. Vaccination is recommended for individuals above four years old with updated vaccines available since September 12, 2023. Novavax is a protein subunit vaccine that triggers the immune system to respond to COVID-19. Antiviral medications like Paxlovid and Remdesivir are prescribed for high-risk individuals or those with chronic medical conditions. Early treatment within five days of symptoms is crucial. Stay informed and take appropriate precautions.
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COVID-19 Update 1/18/2024 Thomas Dobbs, MD, MPH
Key Messages COVID is still here Vaccination Everyone > 4 years of age recommended > 11 years old 1 updated vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna) 1 updated Novavax (2 if never vaccinated before) Updated vaccines available since Sept 12, 2023. So if you haven t gotten the vaccine since Sept you are due
What is Novavax Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is a protein subunit vaccine. Protein subunit vaccines contain pieces (spike proteins) of the virus that causes COVID-19. This is a similar approach to the current annual flu vaccines After learning how to respond to the spike protein, the immune system will be able to respond quickly to the actual virus spike protein and protect you against COVID-19.
If you get COVID??? People > 50, unvaccinated, or with chronic medical conditions are at higher risk from COVID Physicians or providers can prescribe anti-COVID antiviral medications Paxlovid Remdesivir (infusion) Molnupiravir Must take early - < 5 days after symptoms and the sooner the better!
