With expanded eligibility in Phase 1B, Tier 2, more people have becoming eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. Now might be a good time to see when you qualify and can schedule for the vaccine. The Washington State Department of Health Phase Finder Tool is a great way to see if you are eligible now. If…
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Those eligible in Phase 1B, Tier 2 include: People 16 years or older who are pregnant. People age 16 or older who have a disability that puts them at higher risk for severe COVID-19 illness. Disabilities must be: down syndrome, a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/low-vision, or deafblind AND that…
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03/15/2021 News Release from Northeast Tri County Health District Northeast Tri County Health District (NETCHD) and Northeast Washington Incident Management Type 3 Team have been working to establish a fully-staffed and centralized call center to coordinate scheduling vaccination appointments and provide COVID-19 vaccine information to residents in Ferry and Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties. The…
Read MoreIf you have Apple Health, you can get help. The vaccine is an important part of ending the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re eligible in Phase 1B- Tier 1, you should get yours now! And if you have Apple Health (or Medicaid), you might even be able to get a ride there. Transportation barriers shouldn’t keep…
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Mammography Update: It is recommended that screening breast imaging (mammogram, ultrasound or MRI) be performed before the vaccination, or 4-6 weeks following vaccination. It is NOT recommended to postpone routine screening any longer than 4-6 weeks as more serious conditions can also present with enlarged lymph nodes (adenopathy). If there are symptoms related to the…
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From Washington State Department of Health: Recently, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist (ACOG) posted recommendations saying pregnant individuals should not be withheld from COVID-19 vaccine, further supporting the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) current recommendations. It is believed pregnant people are at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19 compared to…
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3-8-2021 From the CDC Newsroom Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued its first set of recommendations on activities that people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can safely resume. The new guidance—which is based on the latest science — includes recommendations for how and when a fully vaccinated individual can visit…
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Statement on Federal School and Childcare Vaccination Plan 3-2-21 President Biden announced a directive to all states to get every pre-K educator, K-12 teacher, and childcare worker at least one shot of COVID-19 vaccine in the month of March. The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) recognizes the importance of vaccinating educators, school staff, and…
Read MoreCOVID-19 vaccine scheduling is now available online at Valley Drug Pharmacy in Chewelah and Kettle Falls Pharmacy in Kettle Falls for those who meet current eligibility. Phase B1 Tier 1: All people 65 years or older All people 50 years or older in a multigenerational household (home where individuals from 2 or more generations reside…
Read MoreCOVID-19 vaccination commonly comes with side effects, such as sore muscles or a fever. If you have symptoms after getting the vaccine, you may wonder if it’s safe to work or go about your tasks safely. Employers may wonder if it’s safe for a staff member to return to in-person work. It can take 1-2…
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