COVID-19 Vaccination

New versions of the original Covid-19 virus continue to emerge and are called ‘variants.’ This is normal and expected virus development.  It is important to understand that with the evolvement of new variants, patients might require additional and/or updated vaccinations to provide a boost to the immune system and protect the patient against the newer version(s) of the virus.

The CDC Covid tracker provides detailed and regional information about variant spread within the United States.  CDC COVID Data Tracker: Summary of Variant Surveillance 

Yes, the vaccine is safe for children, teens and adults! The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the COVID-19 Moderna vaccine for people 6 months and older and, thereby, declared that the vaccine meets the safety standards for administration.

We can help! If you need transportation assistance to your appointment, please call King County COVID-19 Call Center at 206-477-3977 or HealthPoint at 1-866-893-5717. 

Seattle & King County Public Health now offers in-home vaccination is now available for people age 16 and older who have not yet been vaccinated and have an injury, developmental disability, or medical condition that makes it difficult to leave the home. To schedule, call the King County COVID-19 Call Center at 206-477-3977 between 8 AM and 7 PM PST, any day. Language interpretation is available. You will be asked a few questions to confirm your eligibility for in-home vaccination. Family members and caregivers may call to request appointments on behalf of others. 

Some people might have symptoms like headache, a sore arm, fatigue, or fever after getting the shot. This is normal and a good sign that the body's immune system is building up protection. Contact your health care provider if: 

- Side effects feel severe or last more than a few days 

- Redness or tenderness where you got the shot increases after 24 hours (it is normal for the area to be a little sore for a few days) 

Covid vaccines have proven to be safe before or during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. The vaccine provides protection from possibly devastating Covid-19 disease and has not been liked to fertility problems in men or women. For more information, visit the CDC website: COVID-19 Vaccines While Pregnant or Breastfeeding (cdc.gov)  

If you tested positive for COVID-19 you can decide to delay your vaccination by 3 months as the risk for reinfection is low within that timeframe. However, some situations warrant an earlier immunization. Visit the CDC’s website for more information: Stay Up to Date with COVID-19 Vaccines Including Boosters | CDC.

The most convenient way is to create a free account with MyIRMobile - MyIR Mobile

Additional options can be found here: Access your Family's Immunization Information | Washington State Department of Health

Read this FAQ from Seattle & King County Public Health. Available in many languages at the bottom of the page.

Information about how the vaccine works, availability, and safety:  

Seattle & King County Public Health  

Washington Department of Health 

CDC