Town Of Dedham: A Message From The Board Of Health - October 22, 2021

Press release from the Town of Dedham:

10/22/2021 12:54 PM

The Board reports that as of Thursday, October 21st, there have been 2,782 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Town. This is an increase of 24 cases from last week’s update. Currently, there are 34 active confirmed cases.

COVID-19 Vaccine Booster

UPDATE: The following information regarding Covid-19 Vaccine Boosters has been updated to include new information not previously available at the time of printing in the October 22nd issue of the Dedham Times.

There are now booster recommendations for all three available COVID-19 vaccines in the United States. As of Thursday, October 21st, the CDC recommends Moderna and Johnson & Johnson booster vaccines for the following individuals.

• Moderna: A half dose is recommended for people 65 years and older, and people 18-64 years who are at high risk due to where they work or live. The booster is recommended for people who received their second dose of Moderna at least 6 months ago.
• Johnson & Johnson: A dose is recommended for everyone 18 years and older who got the primary dose of Johnson & Johnson at least 2 months ago.
• Mixing & matching vaccine type for booster: Eligible individuals may choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose. The CDC’s recommendations allow for mixing and matching vaccine types for the booster shot.

The Board will continue to update residents as more information becomes available about future vaccination clinics. Please subscribe for email updates from the Town by visiting www.dedham-ma.gov/subscribe and selecting "Health & Human Services" from the list. You can also follow the Board of Health on Facebook for news and updates.

Halloween Safety

Halloween is around the corner! The CDC recommends that all adults and children aged 12 and older get a COVID-19 vaccine, but many trick-or-treaters aren’t eligible to get vaccinated yet. To help you enjoy a sweet and safe Halloween, remember to take precautions like wearing a mask and washing your hands, and avoid activities that put you, your family, and your friends at increased risk for COVID-19. Here are recommendations for celebrating Halloween (graphic provided by US Centers for Disease Control):

Stay safe and be kind!

Respectfully submitted by the Board of Health,
Leanne Jasset, Chairman
Mary Ellard, Vice-Chairman
Noreen Guilfoyle, Member

The Board reports that as of Thursday, October 21st, there have been 2,782 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Town. This is an increase of 24 cases from last week’s update. Currently, there are 34 active confirmed cases.

COVID-19 Vaccine Booster

UPDATE: The following information regarding Covid-19 Vaccine Boosters has been updated to include new information not previously available at the time of printing in the October 22nd issue of the Dedham Times.

There are now booster recommendations for all three available COVID-19 vaccines in the United States. As of Thursday, October 21st, the CDC recommends Moderna and Johnson & Johnson booster vaccines for the following individuals.

• Moderna: A half dose is recommended for people 65 years and older, and people 18-64 years who are at high risk due to where they work or live. The booster is recommended for people who received their second dose of Moderna at least 6 months ago.
• Johnson & Johnson: A dose is recommended for everyone 18 years and older who got the primary dose of Johnson & Johnson at least 2 months ago.
• Mixing & matching vaccine type for booster: Eligible individuals may choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose. The CDC’s recommendations allow for mixing and matching vaccine types for the booster shot.

The Board will continue to update residents as more information becomes available about future vaccination clinics. Please subscribe for email updates from the Town by visiting www.dedham-ma.gov/subscribe and selecting "Health & Human Services" from the list. You can also follow the Board of Health on Facebook for news and updates.

Halloween Safety

Halloween is around the corner! The CDC recommends that all adults and children aged 12 and older get a COVID-19 vaccine, but many trick-or-treaters aren’t eligible to get vaccinated yet. To help you enjoy a sweet and safe Halloween, remember to take precautions like wearing a mask and washing your hands, and avoid activities that put you, your family, and your friends at increased risk for COVID-19. Here are recommendations for celebrating Halloween (graphic provided by US Centers for Disease Control):

Stay safe and be kind!

Respectfully submitted by the Board of Health,
Leanne Jasset, Chairman
Mary Ellard, Vice-Chairman
Noreen Guilfoyle, Member

This press release was produced by the Town of Dedham. The views expressed here are the author’s own.