The U.S Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has updated guidance regarding activities that are considered safe for individuals fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
The updates are based on increasing scientific evidence that fully vaccinated individuals experience significant reduction in risk of transmission of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and overall severe illness from COVID-19.
“As we continue a return to normal after a long year of adhering to public health guidance, it is vital that community members are vaccinated at their earliest convenience before enjoying spring and summer activities so we can more quickly reduce the burden of this pandemic on our community,” Jefferson County Health Department director Gail Scott said.
The updated recommendations describe the safety of activities for both fully vaccinated and those who are not yet vaccinated, and will be updated and expanded based on the level of community spread of SARS-CoV-2, the proportion of the population that is fully vaccinated, and the rapidly evolving science on COVID-19 vaccines.
For the purposes of this guidance, individuals are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after they have received their second dose (Pfizer or Moderna vaccines), or their only dose (Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine).
Vaccination is quick (about 30 to 40 minutes) and safe. Vaccinated individuals can expect some fatigue, soreness and fever, but over-the-counter medication will help with the common effects of the immune system doing its work.
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