City Of Springfield: Health Dept. Reports Over 6,000 Residents Became Partially Vaccinated In Nov.

Press release from the City of Springfield:

December 2, 2021

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Health Department reports over 6,000 residents became partially vaccinated in November as cases tick upwards 

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is pleased to report 6,439 Greene County residents took the first step to becoming fully vaccinated in November. This is nearly double the number who became partially vaccinated in October. The Health Department expresses its gratitude to everyone who has taken the steps to protect themselves and our community by getting themselves or their children vaccinated against COVID-19.  

The increase in residents partially vaccinated is due to the emergency approval and authorization of the pediatric Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for 5-11 year olds in November. The Health Department held a Winter Vaccine Event in partnership with Springfield Public Schools and Community Foundation of the Ozarks on Nov. 20 and administered nearly one thousand vaccines over the course of the day.   

As December begins, COVID-19 cases are starting to rise. The 7-day rolling average of daily cases was up to 57.6 on Nov. 30, up from 35.6 on Oct. 31. 300 cases have been reported since Monday, indicating a possible post-Thanksgiving surge. With an unvaccinated rate of 51% in Greene County, this surge is a concerning uptick as the holiday season continues. Getting vaccinated, tested, or receiving a booster prior to travelling or hosting friends and family is an important step in keeping our cases from continuing to surge.  

The Health Department continues to encourage residents to get vaccinated. Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 remains the best way to protect oneself and others from getting sick with COVID-19. You can book your COVID-19 vaccination appointment by visiting vaccine417.com.   

If residents have already been vaccinated, it is now strongly recommended to receive a booster 6 months after becoming fully vaccinated. Individuals 18 and up have the choice between Pfizer/BioNTech, Johnson & Johnson, or Moderna boosters for continued protection against COVID-19. For Johnson & Johnson, it is recommended adults wait at least two months post-immunization to receive a booster.     

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