Are you Due for a COVID Booster?
Who is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine booster?
Who can get COVID Vaccine Boosters?
We’ve been receiving all kinds of information about COVID Boosters lately! Here’s the latest update from the CDC:
“You may choose which COVID-19 vaccine you receive as a booster shot. Some people may have a preference for the vaccine type that they originally received, and others may prefer to get a different booster. CDC’s recommendations now allow for this type of mix and match dosing for booster shots.”
If you received a Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, you are eligible for a booster if you are:
- 65 years or older
- Age 18+ who live in long-term care settings
- Age 18+ who have underlying medical conditions
- Age 18+ who work or live in high-risk settings
People who received Pfizer or Moderna vaccines and meet criteria above can get boosters 6 months after their second shot.
If you received a Johnson & Johnson vaccine, you are eligible for a booster if you are 18+ years of age as soon as two months after your shot.
For additional information from the CDC, check out this
link.
December is Flu Vaccination Awareness Month. Did you know that approximately 500,000 people are hospitalised due to flu-related complications in the U.S. every year? Influenza is a common respiratory disease that spreads easily. While most people are only sick for a few days before they get better, some people can get very sick and stay sick for a long time, even people who are in perfect health. The best way to fight against this disease is to receive your annual flu shot. Flu shots are safe, quick, easy, and an important step in keeping yourself healthy during the flu season. If you have yet to schedule an appointment to receive your flu shot, we highly encourage you to do so at your earliest convenience. To book your flu shot appointment, please call your MedNOW Clinic, or you can schedule your appointment online through our website! If you have any more questions regarding the flu shot, the CDC provides excellent information. If you need assistance scheduling your appointment, call your MedNOW clinic. Our staff members are always willing to help! Thank you for taking care of your health!
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we want to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding our clinic hours. Aurora Clinic Holiday Hours • November 27: Closed • November 28 & 29: Open 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM • November 30: Open 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM All Other MedNOW locations, including Cheyenne Mountain Gynecology and Med Spa, will be closed during that time. We encourage you to plan for any healthcare needs during this time. If you have upcoming appointments, need prescription refills, or have non-urgent medical questions, please contact your MedNOW Clinic before the holiday closures. We are grateful for the opportunity to care for you and your family. On behalf of the entire MedNOW team, we wish you a safe, healthy, and joyful Thanksgiving.
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, an important time to raise awareness and promote healthier lifestyles to prevent and manage diabetes. Over 37 million Americans have diabetes, and 1 in 5 of them don't know they have it. Diabetes is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by high blood sugar, and understanding it is essential for health. There are two main types: 1. Type 1 Diabetes: An autoimmune disease diagnosed in childhood, requiring lifelong insulin. 2. Type 2 Diabetes: Linked to diet and lifestyle, manageable with exercise, diet, and medication (Most Common Form). Prevention and Management Type 2 diabetes can often be prevented or delayed with these strategies : • Healthy Eating: Regulates blood sugar. • Exercise: Essential for managing weight and blood sugar. • Regular Check-ups: Vital for monitoring blood sugar and overall health. • Stress Management: Helps control blood sugar. • Quit Smoking: Reduces diabetes risk. By prioritizing your health through diet, exercise, and regular check-ups, you can manage diabetes and reduce risk. Remember, diabetes awareness is a year-round commitment. T o schedule an appointment to manage your diabetes or to check for diabetes, please call your MedNOW Clinic or schedule your appointment online via the link on our website. If you have any more questions regarding the flu shot, the CDC provides excellent information. If you need assistance scheduling your appointment, call your MedNOW clinic. Our staff members are always willing to help! Thank you for taking care of your health!