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Will a COVID-19 vaccine alter my DNA?

No. COVID-19 vaccines do not change or interact with your DNA in any way. Both mRNA and viral vector COVID-19 vaccines deliver instructions (genetic material) to our cells to start building protection against the virus that causes COVID-19. However, the material never enters the nucleus of the cell, which is where our DNA is kept. 

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Can receiving a COVID-19 vaccine cause you to be magnetic?

No. Receiving a COVID-19 vaccine will not make you magnetic, including at the site of vaccination which is usually your arm. COVID-19 vaccines do not contain ingredients that can produce an electromagnetic field at the site of your injection. All COVID-19 vaccines are free from metals. 

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Do any of the COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in the United States shed or release any of their components?

No. Vaccine shedding is the term used to describe the release or discharge of any of the vaccine components in or outside of the body. Vaccine shedding can only occur when a vaccine contains a weakened version of the virus.
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People of all ages, including children, can get very sick from COVID-19. Children with underlying medical conditions are at increased risk for getting very sick compared to children without underlying medical conditions.
Current evidence suggests that children with medical complexity, with genetic, neurologic, or metabolic conditions, or with congenital heart disease can be at increased risk for getting very sick from COVID-19. Like adults, children with obesity, diabetes, asthma or chronic lung disease, sickle cell disease, or who are immunocompromised can also be at increased risk for getting very sick from COVID-19. Check out COVID-19 Vaccines for Children and Teens for more information on vaccination information for children.

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If you have very young children or elderly adults at home, including a child who was born premature or a child or adult with congenital lung disease, try to keep them isolated from family members who develop respiratory viruses or symptoms.
Keep social distancing in mind, which can aid in reducing spread.
Ventilate indoors or keep windows open for air circulation if possible.
Consider wearing a mask when indoors or in crowded settings. This may be important for parents, guardians, siblings, and other friends or family members who may live with newborns, very young children, or elderly who are at the highest risk, and are looking to take precautionary measures.

Are cases of RSV reported to NYSDOH?
Individual cases of RSV are not currently reported to NYSDOH. Outbreaks of RSV should be reported by providers, would be investigated by local health departments, and reported to the NYSDOH.
Where can I find information about RSV cases in New York?
Some laboratories in New York report the total number of RSV tests performed and the number of positive tests to CDC each week. CDC tracks some cases of RSV at the State level, which New Yorkers can view here. Because reporting delays may be expected for some laboratories, data shown for the most recent weeks may be less complete than others.
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Avise su equipo de salud VA si usted tiene cualquier reacción alérgica, efecto secundario u otro evento adverso. Un evento adverso es una lesión o daño que le ocurre a alguien después de recibir una vacuna, que puede o no haber sido causado por la vacuna.
Reportaremos esta información en nuestro sistema de monitoreo y rastreo de vacunas. Este es el mismo sistema que usamos para monitorear las reacciones a todas las vacunas, incluyendo las de la gripe y el herpes zóster.
Para obtener más información sobre la seguridad de la vacuna contra el COVID-19 en diferentes idiomas, visite el sitio web de los CDC:

CDC: Safety of COVID-19 vaccines
CDC: Seguridad de las vacunas contra el COVID-19

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Dentro del VA, utilizamos la información sobre el estado de las vacunas por varias razones:

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Puede obtener una copia de sus registros de vacunas VA COVID-19 a través del sitio web My HealtheVet o en su dispositivo móvil.
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Frequently Asked Influenza (Flu) Questions: 2019-2020 Season | CDC
In addition to getting a seasonal flu vaccine, you can take everyday preventive actions like staying away from sick people and washing your hands to reduce the spread of germs. If you are sick with flu, stay home from work or school to prevent spreading flu to others. In addition, there are prescription medications called antiviral drugs that can be used to treat flu illness.
What should I do to protect my loved ones from flu this season?
Encourage your loved ones to get vaccinated. Vaccination is especially important for people at high risk of developing flu complications, and their close contacts. Also, if you have a loved one who is at high risk of developing flu complications and they get flu symptoms, encourage them to seek medical attention for possible treatment with a flu antiviral drug. These drugs work best if given within 48 hours of when symptoms start. CDC recommends that people who are at high risk of developing serious flu complications and who get flu symptoms during flu season be treated with flu antiviral drugs as quickly as possible without waiting for confirmatory testing. People who are not at high risk of developing serious flu complications may also be treated with flu antiviral drugs, especially if treatment can begin within 48 hours.
Do some children require two doses of flu vaccine?
As in previous seasons, some children 6 months through 8 years of age will need 2 doses of flu vaccine this season. Children in this age group who have not previously received two or more total doses of any trivalent or quadrivalent flu vaccine (including the nasal spray vaccine) before July 1, 2019, or whose vaccination history is not known, need two doses of 2019-2020 flu vaccine administered at least 4 weeks apart.
For 8-year-olds who need two doses, the second dose is recommended even if the child turns 9 years of age between receipt of dose 1 and dose 2. Children in this age group who have received two or more total doses of trivalent or quadrivalent flu vaccine before July 1, 2019 need only one dose for this season.
What can I do to protect children who are too young to get vaccinated?
Children younger than 6 months old are at high risk of serious flu complications, but are too young to get a flu vaccine.
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Measles Update
There is currently one case in New York State outside of NYC (Rest of State) and two cases in New York City for three total. Everyone should be alert for cases and call their health care provider or local health department if they have a fever and rash, especially if they have travelled abroad. Those who travel abroad should make sure they are vaccinated for measles.
Everyone should make sure they have received their measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccines.
Measles is a serious disease that can make people very ill, especially young children. Complications include pneumonia, encephalitis, miscarriage, preterm birth, hospitalization, and death.
New York State's Measles Response
The New York State Department of Health is monitoring the situation very carefully. We have local health departments in each county that are prepared to investigate cases and distribute vaccines or other protective measures as needed. If there is a person with measles, we will quickly try to stop it from spreading.
We are encouraging all New Yorkers to ensure that they have received the MMR vaccine.
What is measles?
Measles is a serious respiratory disease that causes rash and fever. It is very contagious. People with measles spread the virus by coughing or sneezing into the air. You can catch the disease by breathing in the virus or by touching an infected surface and then touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. You can get measles just by entering a room that an infected person visited up to two hours before.
Why are we concerned?
Measles has been increasing in many locations around the world. In addition, there have been recent cases in New York City, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. There is concern of continued spread leading to more cases here in New York State and so we are raising awareness about signs and symptoms of measles to quickly identify the disease and prevent transmission.
What is the best way to prevent measles?
Getting the measles vaccine is the best way to prevent measles.
You are considered vaccinated against measles if you have written proof of 2 valid doses of MMR vaccine, or other live, measles-containing vaccine.
Seasonal Influenza Information for Adults
Each year in the U.S. on average, influenza and its related complications result in approximately 226,000 hospitalizations and nearly 24,000 deaths. Combined with pneumonia, influenza is the nation's eighth leading cause of death. You can help avoid getting and spreading influenza by getting vaccinated each year.

 
 

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Pregnant Women & Influenza (Flu), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Seasonal Flu Vaccine Safety and Pregnant Women, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Vaccines for Pregnant Women, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Immunization for Women - Immunization Information for OB/GYNs and Their Patients (ACOG)
Thimerosal Seasonal Flu Vaccines, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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