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COVID-19 Tools & Resources for CBO Leaders & Organizers

COVID-19 Herramientas para líderes y organizadores de la CBO/COVID-19 Ferramentas para Líderes e Organizadores CBO/COVID-19 Zouti pou lidè òganizasyon kominotè yo ak òganizatè yo
Should I get the COVID-19 booster shot? 1. Which vaccine did you get? If you got Pfizer or Moderna, did you get the vaccine 5 or more months ago? If no, then wait until 5 months after your second dose of Pfizer or Moderna and then check again to see if you are eligible. If yes, then you can get the booster if you are 5 years old or older. If you got Johnson & Johnson, did you get the vaccine 2 or more months ago? If no, then wait until 2 months after your dose and then check again to see if you are eligible. If yes, then you can get the booster if you are 5 years old or older. You can find vaccines in Massachusetts by going to https://vaxfinder.mass.gov. As of May 20, 2022, experts are still reviewing data about booster doses and new guidelines may be issued at a later time!

COVID-19 Booster Shots

English: Should I get the COVID-19 booster shot?
Español: ¿Debería ponerme la vacuna de refuerzo de COVID-19?
Português:  Devo tomar o reforço da vacina COVID-19?
Kreyòl ayisyen:  Eske mwen dwe pran yon lòt dòz vaksen siplemanté (Booster) cont COVID-19?
Why do I need a COVID-19 "booster" shot? The COVID-19 vaccines work well to prevent serious sickness, hospitalization, and death against all forms of the virus. But immunity from the COVID-19 vaccine may naturally go down over time. A "booster" is another shot of a COVID-19 vaccine to bring your immunity levels back up.

COVID-19 Booster Shots

English:  Why do I need a COVID-19 booster shot?
Español:  ¿Por qué necessito una inyección de refuerzo de COVID-19?
Português:  Por que eu preciso tomar o “reforço” da vacina COVID-19?
Kreyòl ayisyen: Poukisa mwen bezwen yon “booster” (yon lòt dòz vaksen siplemantè pou ranfòse sistèm iminitè mwen) kont COVID-19 la?


Quick Guide: COVID-19 Rapid Test. What is it? Tells if you currently have the COVID-19 virus. Uses swab of nose. Results usually within 15 minutes. When should I test? If you have symptoms. If you were in close contact with someone who tested positive, get a test 5 days later (close contact means that you were less than 6 feet away from a person with COVID-19 for 15 or more minutes). Before you attend a large gathering. If you test positive, call a doctor if you are very sick or have a high-risk condition. Stay home and isolate to keep others safe. Wear a mask if near others. You don't need to confirm a positive test result with a PCR test. If you test negative, but you have symptoms, you may still have COVID-19. Stay home and seek a PCR test or repeat a rapid test in 24-48 hours. Wash your hands, wear a mask, and physically distance from others.

COVID-19 Rapid Testing

English: Quick Guide: COVID-19 Rapid Test
Español: Guía Rápida: Prueba Rápida COVID-19
Português: Guia Rápido: Teste Rápido da COVID-19
Kreyòl ayisyen: Gid rapid: Tès rapid COVID-19

What's the difference between a PCR test and a rapid test? PCR Test: A lab needs to process your PCR test. You can't get the results on your own. You might wait a few days for results. Rapid Test: You can take a rapid test on your own. You can buy one at the store. You might see it called a "self test," "rapid antigen test," or an "at-home test." You get results in about 15 minutes. You can order tests at COVIDtests.gov. What does a positive result mean? A positive result on either test means you have COVID. You do not need more tests to confirm it. Stay home, rest, and isolate to protect others. Call a doctor if you are very sick or have a high-risk condition.

COVID-19 PCR Versus Rapid Tests

English: What’s the difference between a PCR test and a rapid test?
Español: ¿Cuál es la diferencia entre la PCR y la prueba rápida?
Português: Qual a diferençia entre PCR e teste rápido?
Kreyòl ayisyen: Ki diferans ki genyen ant yon tès PCR ak tès rapid la

I took a COVID-19 test... now what? If the result is negative, and you have no symptoms, stay safe by wearing a mask, washing hands, and physically distancing. If the result is negative and you have symptoms, stay at home and isolate because you may still have COVID. Get another test 24-48 hours later. Wear a mask, wash hands, and physically distance. If the result is positive, call a doctor if you are very sick or have a high-risk condition. Stay home and isolate to keep others safe. Wear your mask, even inside home. Wash hands regularly. Does not need to be confirmed with a PCR test or rapid antigen test.

COVID-19 Test Results

English: I took a COVID-19 test…now what?
Español: Me hice una prueba de COVID…¿ahora qué?
Português: Fiz o teste da COVID…e agora?
Kreyòl ayisyen: Mwen te fè yon tès COVID…kounye a kisa?

Am I at high risk for severe COVID-19? You are at high risk for severe COVID-19 if you are 65 years of age or older an/or have one or more of the following conditions: chronic kidney disease, heart conditions, pregnancy, cancer, chronic liver disease like alcohol-related liver disease, hepatitis, or liver scarring, chronic lung disease like asthma, bronchitis, COPD, scarred/damage lung tissue, cystic fibrosis, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, obesity, sickle cell disease, or weakened immune system. Call a doctor right away if you test positive for COVID-19 and have one or more of these conditions. There may be treatments available for you.

High Risk for Severe COVID-19

English:  Am I at high risk for severe COVID-19?
Español:  ¿Estoy en alto riesgo de severidad por COVID?
Português:  Estou no grupo de alto risco do COVID-19 grave?
Kreyòl ayisyen: Mwen riske malad grav si m ta rive gen COVID-19?

Quick Guide: COVID-19 Treatments. Medicine is available for people who are at high risk of severe COVID-19! Call your doctor or (508) 213-1380 as soon as you know you are sick. Medicine must be taken within 5 days of getting sick.

Quick Guide: COVID-19 Treatments

English:  Quick Guide: COVID-19 Treatments
Español:  Guía Rápida: Tratamientos para COVID-19
Português:  Guia Rápido: Tratamento da COVID-19
Kreyòl ayisyen:  Gid Rapid: Trètman Pou COVID-19
What is the Omicron variant? It is a new type of the COVID-19 virus that can spread more easily. Viruses can naturally change over time. Experts are working hard to learn more about this variant. The best ways to keep yourself and your community safe are still to get vaccinated, get the booster if you are eligible, get tested before gathering, wear your masks, wash your hands, and socially distance.

Omicron Variant

English:  What is the Omicron variant?
Español:  ¿Qué es la variante Omicron de COVID?
Português:  O que é a  varianta Omicron?
Kreyòl ayisyen:  Kisa ki varyan Omicron a?

Let's keep our community healthy! Remember: It is still necessary to be up-to-date on your COVID-19 vaccinations. They are the best way to keep you and your family protected. You might not see as many people wearing masks, but they are still a great way to keep safe. Even if you are vaccinated. Everyone 5 years and older should get the COVID-19 vaccine. Everyone 12 years and older should also get a booster dose. To get your COVID vaccine, visit Iglesia de Dios de la Profecia 25 Elmwood Ave on Tuesdays from 2-6pm or visit www.vaxfinder.org

Let's keep our community healthy!

Let’s keep our community healthy! / Mantengamoes saludable a nuestra comunidad / Vamos manter nossa nossa comunidade saudável! / Ann kenbe kominote nou an sante!
Keep your kids safe! The COVID-19 vaccine is safe, effective, and free! Pfizer is now available for children age 5 to 11 (as of November 2, 2021). This is the best protection for your kids, your family, and your community. Call XXX or go to [location] to get the vaccine!

Vaccination for Youth (Kids & Teens)

English:  “Keep Your Child Safe!”  |  Teens (template to create messages)
Español:  ¡Mantenga a sus hijos seguros! 
Português:  Mantenha seus filhos seguros!
Kreyòl ayisyen:  Pwoteje pitit ou!

Last updated:  May 20, 2022

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