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COVID-19
FAITH–BASED
TOOLKIT
RESOURCES FOR PLACES OF
WORSHIP
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE SERVICE
PHILIP D. MURPHY PO BOX 369
Governor TRENTON, N.J. 08625-0369
SHEILA Y. OLIVER www.nj.gov/health JUDITH M. PERSICHILLI, RN, BSN, MA
Lt. Governor Commissioner
Dear Faith-Based Organization Leader:
Communities across New Jersey are now gaining access to vaccines to help protect them against COVID-
19. All COVID-19 vaccines currently available in the United States have been shown to be highly effective
at preventing COVID-19. Vaccination is one of our many important tools to help stop the pandemic.
Some community members may be hesitant to get the vaccine. Before they agree to be vaccinated, they
will want answers to their questions about the process for developing these vaccines and information
about safety and effectiveness. Your organization can help inform communities about the vaccines and
help people feel confident when they decide to get vaccinated.
This COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Toolkit for Faith-Based Organizations was created to help you
provide clear, consistent, and credible information about COVID-19 vaccines to your communities. We
encourage you to review and customize these materials. The following is a list of the materials included
in this toolkit:
• Introductory letter: Send this letter to encourage your affiliated faith-based organizations to
review and use the toolkit materials.
• Letter to organizations and community leaders: Provide this template letter to organization and
community leaders to help spread the message about the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination.
• Letter to members: Customize this letter with your congregation’s letterhead and your
signature. Use this letter as a “call to action” for members to learn about the COVID-19 vaccines
and to get vaccinated.
• Frequently Asked Questions: Provide this information to congregants to help answer their
vaccine questions. Consider using this information for an article in your congregation’s
newsletter or posting it on your website.
• Sample social media messages: Use these sample messages for communicating via social
media.
The following flyers and infographics can be placed within your congregation or shared
electronically.
o Safety guidelines for faith-based communities (English and Spanish)
o COVID-19 Quick Facts (English and Spanish)
o COVID-19 Vaccine Quick Facts (English and Spanish)
o COVID-19 Vaccine Second Dose Information (English and Spanish)
o COVID-19 Are You Fully Vaccinated? (English and Spanish)
o COVID-19 Vaccine and Fertility Questions (English and Spanish)
o Registering for the COVID-19 Vaccine (English and Spanish)
• COVID-19 Quiz Game Instructions and Discussion Guide (Use this guide for instructions on how
to use the quiz game. The quiz game is a PowerPoint presentation separate from this toolkit.)
• Resource List
Along with these materials, use these key messages about COVID-19 vaccines to educate your
communities:
• All COVID-19 Vaccines currently available in the United States are very effective at preventing
the disease.
• The most common side effects are pain in the arm where you got the shot, feeling tired,
headache, body aches, chills, and fever.
• Stopping a pandemic requires using all the tools we have available – wearing masks, staying at
least 6 feet apart from people who don’t live with you, avoiding crowds and poorly ventilated
spaces, washing your hands frequently, and getting vaccinated.
When you support COVID-19 vaccination, you are helping to protect against COVID-19 in your
community. Your organization can help inform communities about the vaccines and help people feel
confident when they decide to get vaccinated. Refer members to https://covid19.nj.gov/faqs/nj-
information/slowing-the-spread/where-how-and-when-can-i-get-vaccinated to learn more about the
vaccine registration process.
The toolkit may be expanded to include more materials in the future, so please check frequently for
updates at https://www.state.nj.us/health/cd/topics/covid2019_vaccination.shtml and
https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/vaccine.
We greatly appreciate your support!
[Community Leader—please customize the letter below for your community. Add this text to
your organization’s letterhead.]
Dear [MEMBER],
Across the country, the COVID-19 pandemic is having devastating effects. Here at [INSERT YOUR
ORGANIZATION NAME], we have felt the pain and loss in our own community. We’ve supported
families who have been affected and mourned those we have lost.
While the pandemic has kept us apart, there is new hope—vaccines are here. They will help us
move closer to ending the pandemic.
We want everyone in our community to be safe and get back to hugging our families and
friends and shaking hands with our neighbors. Getting the COVID-19 vaccine adds one more
layer of protection for you, your family, and your loved ones. Here are some key points about
the COVID-19 vaccine:
• All COVID-19 vaccines currently available in the United States are very effective at
preventing the disease.
• The most common side effects are pain in the arm where you got the shot, feeling tired,
headache, body aches, chills, and fever.
• Stopping a pandemic requires using all the tools we have available—wear a mask, stay
at least 6 feet apart from people who don’t live with you, avoid crowds and poorly
ventilated spaces, wash your hands frequently, and get vaccinated.
We all play a part in this effort, and you are key. You can sign up to get your COVID-19
vaccination at https://covidvaccine.nj.gov.
If you have questions about vaccination clinics or the registration process, please contact the NJ
Vaccine Call Center at 1-855-568-0545 or visit https://covid19.nj.gov/faqs/nj-
information/slowing-the-spread/where-how-and-when-can-i-get-vaccinated.
If you want to know more about COVID-19 vaccines visit
www.state.nj.us/health/cd/topics/covid2019_vaccination.shtml and
https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/vaccine.
Sincerely,
[INSERT SIGNATURE OF ORGANIZATION LEADER]
To add your logo and customize this letter, please email Jennifer.Smith@doh.nj.gov to request this
letter in an editable format.
[INSTRUCTIONS: CONGREGATION LEADER – PLEASE CUSTOMIZE THE LETTER BELOW FOR YOUR
COMMUNITY]
Dear [MEMBER]:
Across the country, the COVID-19 pandemic is having devastating effects. Here at [INSERT YOUR HOUSE
OF WORSHIP NAME], we have felt the pain and loss in our own community. We’ve supported families
who have been affected and mourned those we have lost.
While the pandemic has kept us apart, there is new hope – vaccines are here. They will help us move
closer to ending the pandemic.
We want everyone in our community to be safe and get back to hugging our families and friends and
shaking hands again with our neighbors. Getting the COVID-19 vaccine adds one more layer of
protection for you, your family, and your loved ones. Here are some key points about the COVID-19
vaccine:
• All COVID-19 vaccines currently available in the United States are very effective at preventing
the disease.
• The most common side effects are pain in the arm where you got the shot, feeling tired,
headache, body aches, chills, and fever.
• Stopping a pandemic requires using all the tools we have available – wearing masks, staying at
least 6 feet apart from people who don’t live with you, avoiding crowds and poorly ventilated
spaces, washing your hands frequently, and getting vaccinated.
We all play a part in this effort, and you are key. If you have questions about vaccination clinics contact
the NJ toll-free vaccination hotline at 1-855-568-0545 or visit https://covid19.nj.gov/faqs/nj-
information/slowing-the-spread/where-how-and-when-can-i-get-vaccinated.
If you want to know more about COVID-19 vaccines, visit
www.state.nj.us/health/cd/topics/covid2019_vaccination.shtml and
https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/vaccine.
Sincerely,
[INSERT SIGNATURE OF CONGREGATION LEADER]
To add your logo and customize this letter, please email Jennifer.Smith@doh.nj.gov to request this
letter in an editable format.
Faith-Based Toolkit—Frequently Asked Questions
Disease Information
What is COVID-19?
There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild
upper-respiratory tract illnesses, like the common cold. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused by a
novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans.
Why is COVID-19 considered to be a pandemic?
A pandemic is an outbreak of a disease that occurs over a wide geographic area (such as
multiple countries or continents) and typically affects a significant proportion of the
population. Many people are getting sick, and even dying, from this disease since COVID-19 is a
new coronavirus that our bodies are not used to fighting.
What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
Symptoms include:
• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Sore throat
• Nausea/vomiting/diarrhea
• Chills/shaking
• Muscle pain/headache
• New loss of taste/smell
• Stuffy or runny nose.
Most people have mild symptoms and can recover at home. If you have difficulty breathing,
high fever, or other unusual or concerning symptoms, you should call your health care provider
right away.
Who is at severe risk if they get sick with COVID-19?
People at increased risk include:
• Older adults
• People of all ages with certain underlying medical conditions
Pregnant people are also at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Long-standing systemic health and social inequities have put many people from racial and ethnic minority groups at increased risk of getting sick and dying from COVID-19. In addition to those at increased risk, there are certain groups of people who require extra precautions during the pandemic. How is COVID-19 spread? COVID-19 is spread when people are in close contact with each other. That means they are less than 6 ft or 2 arm lengths. COVID-19 is spread when infected people cough, sneeze, sing, talk, or breathe. Particles called droplets can hang in the air and may travel a few feet. People can get infected when they inhale these particles. That is why part of the prevention for COVID-19 is wearing masks and physically staying apart from others. I understand certain facilities are closed to try to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Is my church/temple/mosque open? Yes, houses of worship can open for in-person services. Individuals should check with their houses of worship to see if in-person religious services have resumed. While services can resume, houses of worship must comply with the limits on indoor gatherings. Indoor gatherings for religious services and celebrations, including wedding ceremonies, funerals and memorial services that involve a religious service, must be limited to 50 percent of a room's capacity. All attendees at indoor gatherings must wear face coverings and stay six feet apart. General outdoor gatherings must be limited to 200 people. There is no limit for outdoor gatherings for wedding ceremonies, funerals, memorial services, religious activities, or political activities. To save lives and stop the spread of COVID-19, get the COVID-19 Vaccine, wear a mask, wash your hands, practice social distancing, and stay home if you are sick. Face coverings are required in indoor public spaces and in outdoor public spaces when social distancing is difficult to maintain. Vaccine Information Is a COVID-19 vaccine necessary? Yes! COVID-19 can be a minor illness in some or lead to severe disease or even death in previously healthy people. This means, everyone should take the virus seriously! It is believed that the more people who get vaccinated, the less sickness will be in our communities. Many treatments and medications are being studied, but there is no cure. Prevention is key.
Vaccination is an important step in helping to prevent this illness and its potentially devastating consequences. How much will a vaccine reduce the risk of COVID-19 and its complications? According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Moderna vaccine has 94.1% efficacy at preventing symptomatic cases. The Pfizer vaccine has 95% efficacy. The Janssen/Johnson & Johnson (J&J) one-dose vaccine has a 72% efficacy rate in the U.S. clinical trials. Additionally, the J&J vaccine was approximately 77% effective in preventing severe/critical COVID-19 occurring at least 14 days after vaccination and 85% effective in preventing severe/critical COVID-19 occurring at least 28 days after vaccination. At this time, data are not available to determine how long the vaccines will provide protection, nor is there evidence that the vaccine prevents transmission of SARS-CoV-2 from person to person. For these reasons, preventive actions like social distancing and masking will still be necessary as vaccination will be just one of the many tools needed to help fight COVID-19. How many shots of COVID vaccine will be needed? Both Pfizer and Moderna require two shots. These vaccines are not interchangeable meaning you need to receive two doses of the same vaccine. The J&J vaccine is only one dose. Is there a cost for the COVID-19 vaccine? There are no out-of-pocket costs for the COVID-19 vaccine. COVID-19 vaccines will be made available to individuals regardless of insurance coverage status. Individuals won't pay coinsurance, deductibles, or copayments. Providers that administer vaccinations to patients without health insurance or whose insurance does not provide coverage of vaccination administration fees may not charge enrollees directly for any vaccine administration costs. If I get vaccinated do I still need to wear a mask/face covering in public gatherings? Yes, you will still need to wear a mask and follow other precautions. The vaccine keeps you from getting sick. It is believed that the more people who get vaccinated, the less sickness will be in our communities. We don’t know yet if the vaccine prevents a person from spreading the virus. Stopping a pandemic requires using all the tools available. Vaccines boost your immune system so it will be ready to fight the virus if you are exposed. Other steps, like masks and physical distancing, help reduce your chance of being exposed to, or spreading, the virus. Together, COVID-19 vaccination and following CDC’s recommendations for how to protect yourself and others will offer the best protection from COVID-19. What are some of the vaccine side effects? The most common side effects are injection site pain, fatigue, headache, muscle pain, and joint pain. Some people in the clinical trials have reported fever. Side effects are more common after the second dose; younger adults, who have more robust immune systems, reported more side effects than older adults.
As people get vaccinated, CDC, FDA, and other federal partners will use the following existing,
robust systems and data sources to conduct ongoing safety monitoring. For more information,
visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety.html.
How can I schedule an appointment to get vaccinated?
If you are eligible to receive a vaccine, there are multiple ways to get vaccinated including:
1. Register and make an appointment through the NJ Vaccine Scheduling System. Register
here.
2. Make an appointment directly with a vaccination location. View locations here.
3. Seniors 65+ can call the senior-specific hotline at 856-249-7007 from 8am to 8pm to
schedule dedicated vaccine appointments
4. If you work or volunteer at a select healthcare facility, make an appointment through
your place of work.
5. Veterans who receive care from VA health facilities or live in VA long-term care facilities
may be eligible for vaccines through the VA. Learn more here.
Even if you are eligible for receiving a vaccine, an appointment may not be immediately
available to you due to significantly limited vaccine availability. New Jersey has developed an
extensive network of vaccination sites to serve those currently eligible for vaccination but
vaccine supply is still very limited and will be for some time.
Can I get vaccine if I am undocumented?
Yes. New Jersey is rolling out COVID-19 vaccines step-by-step to all persons 16 and older who
live, work, or study in the state, regardless of immigration status. Documentation is not
required to be vaccinated. Vaccine sites may request documentation, but you are not required
to have it to receive the vaccine and you cannot be denied access to the vaccine for not having
ID. Sites will NOT ask for proof of immigration status.
For more information, visit the NJDOH Frequently Asked Questions available at
https://www.state.nj.us/health/cd/documents/topics/NCOV/Public_FAQ.pdf.
Sample Social Media Posts:
• FACT: #COVID19 vaccination helps keep you from getting COVID-19.
The vaccines currently available in the United States are effective at preventing COVID-19, according to
clinical trials, and are important tools to stop the pandemic.
Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html
• You can protect yourself with the #COVID19 Vaccine. Did you get your vaccine?
• Your best protection from #COVID19 will be a combination of getting a COVID-19 #vaccine, wearing a
mask, staying at least 6 feet away from others, avoiding crowds, and washing your hands often. #CDC
• FACT: #COVID19 vaccination helps keep you from getting COVID-19.
Let’s help stop the pandemic #publichealth #CDC
• Did you know that there are many benefits of getting your #COVID19 vaccine? Get the #facts #njdoh
• Stopping a pandemic requires using all the tools we have available. Get your #COVID19 vaccine.
• All COVID-19 vaccines currently available in the United States have been shown to be highly effective
at preventing COVID-19.
• We are connected by our faith. Let’s stand together and fight against COVID-19. #wearyourmask
#getyourCOVID-19vaccine
• Getting a COVID-19 vaccine will help protect you without having to be sick. Learn about the benefits of
COVID-19 vaccination so you’ll be ready when a vaccine is recommended for you:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/about-vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html
• Getting your COVID-19 vaccine can help us fight this pandemic. #CDC #njdoh
• Persons who are eligible to get vaccinated should not wait for a specific vaccine to become available. Vaccine
supply is still limited.
• All vaccines are highly effectives – especially at preventing death and severe illness. It is not possible to directly
compare then, as they were tested against different populations at different times.
For more sample posts, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/vaccination-
toolkit.htmlSafety Guidelines for Faith-Based Communities
Tips to help prevent the spread of COVID-19
Remind staff and congregants to
Consider hosting virtual wash hands frequently for at least
sessions when possible to limit 20 seconds each time. If soap and
physical interaction and to water is unavailable, use hand
reduce the risk of COVID-19. sanitizer with at least 60%
alcohol.
Require staff and congregants to Clean and disinfect frequently
wear a mask. Masks should not touched surfaces at least daily
be worn by children younger and shared objects in between
than 2 years, anyone who has uses. Consider scheduling
trouble breathing and anyone services far enough apart to
who is unable to remove the allow time for cleaning and
mask without assistance. disinfecting high-touch surfaces
between services.
Limit the sharing of objects/items
Provide physical guides, such as passed or shared among
tape on floors or walkways and congregants. Encourage
signs on walls, to ensure that congregants to bring their own
staff and children remain at least items (books, prayer rugs, etc.) if
6 feet apart in lines and at other possible. Photocopy or
times (e.g. guides for creating electronically project prayers,
“one-way routes” in hallways). songs, and texts.
Consider other options for Play recorded songs/prayers
limiting physical contact such as instead of allowing singing or
bumping elbows instead of chanting during religious
shaking hands. ceremonies.
Inform staff or congregants who
are sick or who have had close Encourage all who are eligible, to
contact with a person with get vaccinated! Make an
COVID-19 to stay home. Consider appointment at
posting signs at entrances with https://covidvaccine.nj.gov.
this information.
For more information, visit www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/faith-based.html and https://covid19.nj.gov.
March 17, 2021Pautas de seguridad para las comunidades religiosas:
Consejos para ayudar a evitar la
propagación de la COVID-19
Recuérdeles al personal y a los
Considere la opción de realizar congregantes que se laven las
sesiones virtuales cuando sea manos con frecuencia durante, al
posible para limitar la menos, 20 segundos cada vez. Si
interacción física y reducir el no se dispone de agua y jabón,
riesgo de COVID-19. asegúrese de que haya
desinfectante para manos (con, al
menos, 60 % de alcohol).
Limpie y desinfecte con una
Pídales al personal y a los frecuencia, al menos, diaria las
congregantes que usen una superficies que se hayan tocado y los
mascarilla. No deben usar objetos compartidos después de
mascarillas los niños menores de cada uso. Considere la opción de
2 años ni las personas que programar los servicios con un
tengan problemas para respirar y intervalo suficiente como para poder
no puedan quitarse la mascarilla limpiar y desinfectar las superficies
sin ayuda. de alto contacto entre los servicios.
Proporcione guías físicas, como Limite la posibilidad de compartir
cintas en el piso o en las pasarelas objetos o elementos entre los
y carteles en las paredes, para congregantes. Aliente a los
asegurar que el personal y los congregantes a que lleven sus
niños permanezcan con, al menos, propios elementos (libros, alfombras
6 pies de separación en las filas y en de oración, etc.) si es posible.
otros momentos (p. ej., Fotocopie o proyecte de manera
indicaciones para crear “caminos electrónica las oraciones, las
de único sentido” en los pasillos). canciones y los textos.
Considere otras opciones para Reproduzca canciones grabadas
limitar el contacto físico, por en lugar de permitir que se cante
ejemplo, choque de codos en durante las ceremonias
lugar de estrechar las manos. religiosas.
Informe al personal o a los
congregantes que estén enfermos
o que hayan tenido un contacto Aliente a todas las personas
estrecho con una persona con elegibles a que se vacunen.
COVID-19 que deben quedarse en Programe una cita en
sus casas. Considere la opción de https://covidvaccine.nj.gov.
publicar esta información en
carteles en los ingresos.
Para obtener más información, visite www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/faith-based.html y https://covid19.nj.gov.
March 17, 2021COVID-19 QUICK FACTS
COVID-19 is an illness caused by a new strain of coronavirus,
Symptoms of COVID-19 but it is not much different than other respiratory viruses.
shortness of
fever cough breath sore throat
chills, muscle new loss of
shaking pain headache taste or smell
nausea, stuffy or
vomiting diarrhea runny nose
*
WHEN TO SEEK MEDICAL HELP: If you have difficulty breathing, high fever, or other
unusual or concerning symptoms, you should call your health care provider right away.
Prevention of COVID-19
Prevention is much like preventing other respiratory illnesses like colds and flu.
stay 6 feet away wear a mask
from others
Keeping distance between people A cloth or disposable mask helps
makes it harder for germs to spread. prevent the spread of germs.
stay wash your
home 20%
hands
Stay home if you suspect COVID-19 for 24 Wash them often with soap and water.
hours after your fever goes away, but no less
than 10 days from when you became ill.
don’t touch keep sanitizer
your face close
This is the easiest way for germs to Use sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, use it
get into your body. often and tell children and people around you
to do the same.
avoid sick clean and
people disinfect
This helps you keep from being exposed to Clean and disinfect commonly
other people's germs. COVID-19 spreads touched surfaces.
most easily when people have symptoms.
If you have other diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, lung
disease, cancer, etc., talk to your doctor now and come up with a
plan on what to do if you become sick.
Have questions?
Call the 24/7 COVID-19 call center: 1-800-962-1253.
You can also call 2-1-1, text NJCOVID to 898-211, and
visit: COVID19.NJ.GOV. 10/8/20DATOS BREVES SOBRE
LA COVID-19
Síntomas de la COVID-19
fiebre tos dificultad dolor de garganta
para respirar
escalofríos, dolor pérdida reciente
dolor de cabeza
temblores muscular del gusto o
del olfato
náuseas, diarrea congestión
vómitos o goteo nasal
* CUÁNDO BUSCAR ASISTENCIA MÉDICA: si tiene dificultad para respirar, fiebre alta u otros
síntomas inusuales o preocupantes, usted debe llamar a su proveedor de atención médica
de inmediato.
Prevención de la COVID-19
La prevención es muy similar a la de otras enfermedades respiratorias como
resfriados o gripe.
manténgase a use una
6 pies de los demás mascarilla
Mantener la distancia entre las personas Una mascarilla de tela o desechable ayuda
dificulta la propagación de los gérmenes. a prevenir la propagación de gérmenes.
quédese lávese
en casa las manos
Si sospecha que tiene COVID-19, permanezca Lávese las manos frecuentemente con agua
en su casa durante las 24 horas posteriores a la y jabón.
desaparición de la fiebre y no menos de 10 días a
partir de la fecha en la que se enfermó.
no se toque tenga a mano un
la cara desinfectante
Esta es la manera más fácil de que los gérmenes Use un desinfectante que contenga al
ingresen en su cuerpo. menos un 60% de alcohol frecuentemente e
indíqueles a los niños y las personas que estén
a su alrededor que hagan lo mismo.
evite el contacto
con personas limpie
enfermas y desinfecte
Esto ayuda a prevenir la exposición a los gérmenes de Limpie y desinfecte las superficies
otras personas. La COVID-19 se propaga con mayor que se toquen con frecuencia.
facilidad cuando las personas tienen los síntomas.
Si tiene otras enfermedades como enfermedad del corazón, diabetes,
enfermedad pulmonar, cáncer, etc., comuníquese con su médico hoy
mismo para que le brinde un plan sobre lo que debe hacer si se enferma.
¿Tiene preguntas?
Llame al servicio telefónico 24/7 COVID-19 al 1-800-962-1253
También puede llamar al 2-1-1, enviar un mensaje de texto con la palabra NJCOVID
al 898-211 y visitar COVID19.NJ.GOV. 10/8/20COVID-19 Vaccine
Quick Facts
PROTECTION EVALUATION DOSES
COVID-19 COVID-19 vaccines have Some COVID-19
vaccination will help been carefully tested and vaccines require two
protect you from evaluated in large clinical doses, several weeks
getting COVID-19. trials. Monitoring and apart, to be effective.
evaluation are ongoing.
SIDE EFFECTS COMBINATION PRECAUTIONS
Pain and swelling may The combination of Before and after
occur where you got the this vaccination with vaccination: wear a mask,
shot. Other side effects other precautions will social distance from
may feel like the flu, but offer the best protection others, avoid crowds, and
they should go away in a from COVID-19. wash hands often.
day or so.
For more information visit covid19.nj.gov/vaccine or call 855-568-0545. March 8, 2021Vacuna contra la COVID-19
Datos breves
PROTECCIÓN EVALUACIÓN DOSIS
La vacunación contra Las vacunas contra la Algunas vacunas contra
la COVID-19 le ayudará COVID-19 se han probado la COVID-19 requieren
a protegerse de contraer y evaluado cuidadosamente dos dosis, con varias
la enfermedad. en grandes ensayos clínicos. semanas de diferencia,
La supervisión y la evaluación para ser efectivas.
están en curso.
EFECTOS
SECUNDARIOS COMBINACIÓN PRECAUCIONES
Puede haber dolor e La combinación de Antes y después de la
inflamación en el lugar donde esta vacuna con otras vacunación: use una
recibió la inyección. Otros precauciones ofrecerá la mascarilla, mantenga el
efectos secundarios pueden mejor protección contra distanciamiento social de
parecerse a la gripe, pero la COVID-19. otras personas, evite las
deberían desaparecer en multitudes y lávese las
aproximadamente un día. manos con frecuencia.
Para obtener mayor información, visite covid19.nj.gov/vaccine o llame al 855-568-0545. 8 de marzo de 2021COVID-19 Vaccine
Second Dose Information
The COVID-19 vaccine requires two doses, several weeks apart, to be effective.
It is not known how effective just one dose of the vaccine would be long-term or how
long you would be protected against COVID-19 with just one dose of the vaccine.
Continue to wear a mask, social distance from others and wash hands often even
after vaccination.
SECOND DOSE TIMING
Get your second dose as close to the recommended date as possible
(Pfizer: 21 days, Moderna: 28 days). There is no maximum amount of
time between the first and second doses for either vaccine, but do not
get the second dose earlier than recommended.
SECOND DOSE LOCATION
The vaccination site where you received your first dose should
schedule your second dose appointment. Contact the vaccination site
if you have not been scheduled for a second appointment. It is
recommended to return to the same site for your second dose.
SECOND DOSE BRAND
The second dose of the vaccine must be the same brand as the first
dose (Pfizer or Moderna). These vaccines are not interchangeable
meaning you need to receive two doses of the same vaccine.
For more information visit covid19.nj.gov/vaccine or call 855-568-0545.
January 19, 2020Vacuna contra la COVID-19
Información sobre la segunda dosis
La vacuna contra la COVID-19 requiere dos dosis, con varias semanas
de diferencia, para que sea efectiva.
No se sabe qué tan efectiva sería, a largo plazo, solo una dosis de la vacuna ni
cuánto tiempo estaría protegido contra la COVID-19 con solo una dosis de esta.
Continúe usando una mascarilla, mantenga el distanciamiento social de otras
personas y lávese las manos con frecuencia incluso después de la vacunación.
INTERVALO PARA LA SEGUNDA DOSIS
Colóquese la segunda dosis lo más cercano posible a la fecha
recomendada (Pfizer: 21 días, Moderna: 28 días). No existe un plazo
máximo entre la primera y la segunda dosis para cualquiera de las
vacunas, pero no se coloque la segunda dosis antes de lo recomendado.
LUGAR DE LA SEGUNDA DOSIS
La sede de vacunación donde recibió la primera dosis debe programar
la cita para su segunda dosis. Póngase en contacto con la sede de
vacunación si no le han programado una segunda cita. Se recomienda
que regrese a la misma sede para recibir su segunda dosis.
MARCA DE LA SEGUNDA DOSIS
La segunda dosis de la vacuna debe ser de la misma marca que la
primera (Pfizer o Moderna). Estas vacunas no son intercambiables,
es decir, que necesita recibir las dos dosis de la misma vacuna.
Para obtener mayor información, visite covid19.nj.gov/vaccine o llame al 855-568-0545. 19 de enero de 2020COVID-19: Are You Fully Vaccinated?
People are considered fully vaccinated:
2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series
(Pfizer or Moderna vaccines), or
2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine (Johnson &
Johnson’s Janssen vaccine)
If it has been less than 2 weeks since you were
vaccinated, or if you still need to get your second
dose, you are NOT fully protected. Keep taking all
prevention steps until you are fully vaccinated.
Even people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 should
keep taking prevention steps:
Wear a mask Social Avoid Wash
in public distance crowds hands often
Adapted from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
March 12, 2021COVID-19: ¿usted está completamente
vacunado?
Se considera que las personas están completamente
vacunadas:
• 2 semanas después de la segunda dosis en una serie
de 2 dosis (las vacunas de Pfizer o Moderna) o
• 2 semanas después de una vacuna de una sola dosis
(la vacuna Janssen de Johnson & Johnson)
Si han pasado menos de 2 semanas desde que se
vacunó o si todavía le falta la segunda dosis, usted
NO está completamente protegido. Siga tomando
todas las medidas de prevención hasta que esté
completamente vacunado.
Aun las personas completamente vacunadas contra la
COVID-19 deben seguir tomando las medidas de prevención:
6
PIES
Usar mascarilla Distanciamiento Evitar Lavarse las manos
en público social multitudes con frecuencia
Adaptación de los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades.
12 de marzo de 2021COVID-19 Vaccines
Questions on Fertility--Separating Fact from Fiction
How do vaccines work?
Although there are different types of vaccines, they all have the same purpose--to help
our bodies fight against germs without getting sick from the disease.
What are the different COVID-19 vaccines?
Through different processes, the COVID-19 messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines
(Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna) and the viral vector vaccine [Janssen/Johnson & Johnson
(J&J)] tell our cells to make a harmless piece of the “spike protein.” The spike protein is found on
the surface of the virus that causes COVID-19. Our body can tell that this protein doesn’t
belong and begins making antibodies (proteins that help your body fight the germ). If you ever
come across the COVID-19 virus in the future, your body can fight it.
Will COVID-19 vaccines change my DNA?
No. None of the COVID-19 vaccines interact or change our DNA (genetic material).
Is getting sick with COVID-19 more dangerous for pregnant
people than those who are not-pregnant?
Pregnant people are at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19. There may also be an increased risk
for a preterm birth or stillbirth.
Will the COVID-19 vaccines affect fertility?
There is NO evidence suggesting that fertility problems are a side effect of ANY COVID-
19 vaccine. People who are trying to become pregnant now or who plan to try in the future may
receive the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available to them.
Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine if I am pregnant or
breastfeeding?
Those who are pregnant and/or breastfeeding who are part of a group recommended to receive the COVID-19
vaccine (e.g., healthcare worker, those in group settings such as housing or correctional facilities, those with
certain medical conditions, etc.), may choose to be vaccinated. There are limited data on the COVID-19 vaccine
and its affect on pregnancy, but experts believe it does not pose a risk. Also, there are no data on the safety of
COVID-19 vaccines in people who are breastfeeding, but COVID-19 vaccines are not thought to be a risk to the
breastfeeding infant. Talk to your healthcare provider to decide what is best for you and your baby.
For More Information:
https://covid19.nj.gov/
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/vaccines/recommendations/pregnancy.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety.html
Created 3/3/2021Vacunas contra la COVID-19
Preguntas sobre la fertilidad: separar la realidad de la ficción
¿Cómo funcionan las vacunas?
Aunque existen diferentes tipos de vacunas, todas tienen el mismo propósito: ayudar a
nuestros cuerpos a combatir los gérmenes sin contraer la enfermedad.
¿Cuáles son las diferentes vacunas contra la COVID-19?
A través de diferentes procesos, las vacunas de ARN mensajero (ARNm) contra la
COVID-19 (Pfizer/BioNTech y Moderna) y la vacuna de vector viral [Janssen/Johnson & Johnson
(J&J)] les indican a nuestras células que produzcan una parte inofensiva de la “proteína de la
espícula”. La proteína de la espícula se encuentra en la superficie del virus que causa la COVID-19.
Nuestro cuerpo puede identificar que esa proteína no encaja y comenzar a producir anticuerpos
(proteínas que ayudan a nuestro cuerpo a combatir el germen). Si en un futuro usted se topa con
el virus de la COVID-19, su cuerpo puede combatirlo.
¿Las vacunas contra la COVID-19 modificarán mi ADN?
No. Ninguna de las vacunas contra la COVID-19 interactúan ni modifican el ADN
(material genético).
¿Enfermarse de COVID-19 es más peligroso para quienes están
embarazadas que para quienes no lo están?
Las embarazadas tienen un mayor riesgo de enfermarse de gravedad por la COVID-19. También es
posible que exista un mayor riesgo de un embarazo prematuro o un parto de feto muerto.
¿Las vacunas contra la COVID-19 afectarán la fertilidad?
NO hay evidencia que indique que los problemas de fertilidad sean un efecto secundario
de NINGUNA de las vacunas contra la COVID-19. Las mujeres que estén intentando quedar
embarazadas ahora o que planeen hacerlo en el futuro pueden recibir la vacuna contra la
COVID-19 cuando esté disponible para ellas.
¿Debería vacunarme contra la COVID-19 si estoy embarazada o
amamantando?
Quienes están embarazadas o amamantando y forman parte de un grupo al que se le recomienda que se vacune
contra la COVID-19 (por ejemplo: personal sanitario; aquellos que viven en entornos grupales, como viviendas o
instalaciones correccionales; aquellos que sufren alguna afección médica; etc.) pueden optar por vacunarse. La
información sobre el efecto de la vacuna contra la COVID-19 en embarazadas es muy limitada, pero los expertos
creen que no supone ningún riesgo. Tampoco hay información sobre la seguridad de la vacuna contra la COVID-19
en quienes están amamantando, pero las vacunas contra la COVID-19 no se consideran riesgosas para los lactantes.
Comuníquese con su proveedor de atención médica para decidir qué es lo mejor para usted y para su bebé.
Para obtener más información:
https://covid19.nj.gov/
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/vaccines/recommendations/pregnancy.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety.html
Creado el 3/3/2021Getting Your COVID-19
Step 1: Make Your Appointment
Vaccine Is One Of The If you are eligible to receive a vaccine:
Many Steps You Can • Register for the vaccine on the NJ Vaccine
Scheduling System, and you will be notified
Take To Stay Healthy when an appointment is available to you.
Call 1-855-568-0545 if you need assistance.
• OR, make an appointment directly with one
of the designated vaccine sites.
Let’s Get Vaccinated Please be patient. Supplies are limited and it
may take some time to set up your appointment.
covid19.nj.gov/vaccine Eventually everyone who wants it will receive
the vaccine!
Step 2: Get Vaccinated Step 3: Stay Healthy
When you get your vaccine, you will receive Stopping a pandemic requires using all the
the following: tools we have available. Know that it takes
• Information about the vaccine you time for your body to build protection after any
are receiving vaccination, so it is important that you continue
wearing a mask, practicing physical distancing,
• Monitoring for 15-30 minutes to make washing your hands frequently, and staying
sure you have no immediate side effects home when sick.
• A card that lists the vaccine name,
date, location, and when to receive
your second dose. Make your second
dose appointment at the site where you
received your first dose!
You can get a vaccine for free regardless of your documentation or insurance status.
Resources
Visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html
Visit https://covid19.nj.gov/
Call 1-855-568-0545 for help with the NJ Vaccine Scheduling SystemAplicarse la vacuna
contra la COVID-19 Paso 1: Programe una cita
es una de las muchas Si es elegible para recibir una vacuna:
medidas que puede • Inscríbase para recibir la vacuna en el
tomar para Sistema de Programación de Vacunación
de Nueva Jersey y le avisarán cuando haya
mantenerse saludable una cita disponible para usted. Llame
al 1-855-568-0545 si necesita ayuda.
• O BIEN, programe una cita directamente en
uno de los centros de vacunación designados.
Vacunémonos Le rogamos que tenga paciencia. Los suministros
son limitados y programar una cita podría llevar
covid19.nj.gov/vaccine tiempo. A su debido tiempo, todas las personas
que quieran recibir la vacuna la recibirán.
Paso 2: Vacúnese Paso 3: Manténgase saludable
Cuando se aplique la vacuna, recibirá lo siguiente: Detener una pandemia requiere del uso de todas
• Información sobre la vacuna que se las herramientas disponibles. Sepa que a su
está aplicando. organismo le lleva tiempo desarrollar protección
• Monitoreo durante 15 a 30 minutos después de recibir una vacuna; por este motivo,
para asegurar que no tenga efectos es importante que siga usando una mascarilla,
secundarios inmediatos. mantenga el distanciamiento social, se lave las
• Una tarjeta en la que se indicará el nombre manos con frecuencia y se quede en su casa
de la vacuna, la fecha, el lugar y cuándo cuando esté enfermo.
debe recibir la segunda dosis. Programe
una cita para la segunda dosis en el centro
donde haya recibido la primera dosis.
Puede recibir la vacuna gratis independientemente de que tenga seguro o esté documentado.
Recursos
Visite https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html
Visite https://covid19.nj.gov/
Llame al 1-855-568-0545 para obtener ayuda con el Sistema de Programación de Vacunación de Nueva JerseyDirections for COVID-19 Quiz Game:
1. Open PowerPoint in Slide Show. Stay on the fist slide which is the “game board”.
2. Consider dividing the audience into two groups to have a friendly competition.
3. Each group selects a category (e.g. “COVID-19 Basics”) and an award level (e.g., for
“100”). Click on the corresponding block (the “100” is a hyperlink that will take you to
the corresponding question).
4. Click to read the question. After the person answers, click again to read the answer.
5. If the answer is correct, that person/team will receive those points.
6. Click the symbol to return to the game board.
7. Continue the same process until the board is finished. The hyperlinks (numbers) on the
game board will change colors (from orange to blue) after they have been used. This will
help you keep track of the questions you already used.
8. Total the points for each team to see who won!
If it is not possible to play the game via PowerPoint, consider using some of the questions and
answers for newsletters, social media, or email communications.
COVID-19 Basics:
100 Level:
Question: True/False:
COVID-19 stands for Coronavirus Disease 2019.
Answer: What is True?
Notes:
In COVID-19, CO stands for ‘corona’, “VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for disease. Formerly, this disease
was referred to as “2019 novel coronavirus” or “2019-nCoV.”
200 Level:
Question: Multiple Choice:
How does COVID-19 spread?
A) Coughs and sneezes from an infected person
B) Infected surfaces
C) FoodD) Both A and B Answer: What is A and B? Notes: When people with COVID-19 cough, sneeze, sing, talk, or breathe they produce respiratory droplets. These droplets can be inhaled or land in the mouth of someone close by. Respiratory droplets can also land on surfaces and objects. It is possible that a person could get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or eyes. Spread from touching surfaces is not thought to be a common way that COVID-19 spreads. 300 Level: Question: Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes COVID-19? A) It is caused by bacteria. B) It is a fake disease. C) It is just like the flu. D) It is caused by a virus. Answer: What is D? 400 Level: Question: You should stay this far away from people to help prevent the spread of COVID-19? Answer: What is 6 feet (or 2 arm lengths)? 500 Level: Question: Name three symptoms of COVID-19? Answer: What is (any three of the following is acceptable). • Fever • Cough • Shortness of breath • Chills, shivering • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea • Muscle pain • Headache • Sore throat
• New loss of taste or smell • Stuffy or runny nose Myth or Fact about COVID-19 100 Level: Question: True/False: Older people (65+) and those with certain medical conditions (e.g., cancer, chronic kidney disease) have an increased risk of getting sick with COVID-19. Answer: What is True? Notes: Although anyone of any age can get severely ill from COVID-19, older adults and those with certain medical conditions are among a group of people who are at increased risk for serious health consequences if they get the virus. 200 Level: Question: True/False: Although I have no symptoms of COVID-19, I can still spread the disease to others. Answer: What is True? Notes: Yes, you can spread COVID-19 to others even if you don’t feel sick or have symptoms. The virus spreads most easily when an infected person has symptoms, but it also can spread before symptoms start. It can take 2-14 days after someone is exposed to the virus for the symptoms to show up. 300 Level: Question: True/False: COVID-19 is a serious disease. Answer: What is True? Notes: True. COVID-19 can be a minor illness in some or lead to severe disease or even death in previously healthy people. This means, everyone should take the virus seriously! It is believed that the more people who get vaccinated, the less sickness will be in our communities. Vaccination is an important step in helping to prevent this illness and its potentially devastating consequences. 400 Level: Question: True/False: The following are emergency symptoms of COVID-19. • Trouble breathing • Persistent pain or pressure in the chest • New confusion • Inability to wake or stay awake
• Bluish lips or face Answer: What is True? Notes: These are emergency warning signs that a person is in danger. Seek help immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms! 500 Level: Question: True/False: If soap and water are not available, you can clean your hands with hand sanitizer. The sanitizer should contain at least 60% alcohol. Answer: What is True? Myth or Fact about COVID-19 Vaccine 100 Level: Question: True/False: COVID-19 vaccines do NOT affect a person’s DNA (genetic material) Answer: What is True? Notes: COVID-19 mRNA vaccines (Pfizer and Moderna) teach our cells how to make a protein that triggers an immune response. The COVID-19 viral vector vaccine (J&J) uses a modified version of a different virus (the vector) to deliver important instructions to our cells. Neither affects nor interacts with our DNA in any way. 200 Level: Question: True/False: COVID-19 vaccines do NOT affect your ability to get pregnant. Answer: What is True? Notes: There is no evidence suggesting that fertility problems are a side effect of ANY vaccine. People who are trying to become pregnant now or who plan to try in the future may receive the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available to them. For more information, please see the following flyer, https://www.state.nj.us/health/cd/documents/topics/NCOV/covid19_vaccines_fertility_flyer.p df. 300 Level: Question: True/False COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Answer: What is True? Notes: COVID-19 vaccines were evaluated in tens of thousands of participants in clinical trials. The vaccines met FDA’s rigorous scientific standards for safety, effectiveness, and manufacturing quality needed to support emergency use authorization (EUA).
Millions of people in the United States have received COVID-19 vaccines, and these vaccines will undergo the most intensive safety monitoring in U.S. history. This monitoring includes using both established and new safety monitoring systems to make sure that COVID-19 vaccines are safe. 400 Level: Wearing a mask and physical distancing are not enough to protect me from COVID- 19. I still need to get the vaccine. Answer: What is True? Notes: Wearing masks and social distancing help reduce your chance of being exposed to the virus or spreading it to others, but these measures are not enough. Vaccines will work with your immune system so it will be ready to fight the virus if you are exposed. The combination of getting vaccinated and following CDC’s recommendations to protect yourself and others will offer the best protection from COVID-19. 500 Level: Question: I shouldn’t wait for a specific vaccine since they are all effective in preventing serious COVID-19 illnesses. Answer: What is True? Notes: It is not advisable to change your appointment in order to wait for a specific vaccine to come in stock. All of the COVID-19 vaccines available are highly effective – especially at preventing death and severe illness. It is strongly recommended to receive the first vaccine available. COVID-19 Vaccine 100 Level: Question: True/False This helps our bodies develop immunity to the virus that causes COVID-19 without us having to get the illness Answer: What is COVID-19 Vaccine? 200 Level: Question: True/False: In addition to getting the COVID-19 vaccine, I should also receive any other vaccines which are recommended for me. Answer: What is True? Notes:
Yes, you should continue to receive your routinely recommended vaccines. These vaccines will help protect you from other types of serious illnesses. Wait at least 14 days before getting any other vaccine, including a flu or shingles vaccine, after you get your COVID-19 vaccine. Or if you get any other vaccine first, wait at least 14 days before getting your COVID-19 vaccine. 300 Level: Question: The COVID-19 vaccine(s) do NOT cause COVID-19. Answer: What is True? Notes: None of the early vaccines (those by Moderna, Pfizer, AstraZeneca, or J&J) are live weakened versions (similar, for example, to the measles, mumps, rubella, or varicella (chickenpox) vaccines). This means that a COVID-19 vaccine cannot make you sick with COVID- 19. Moderna’s and Pfizer’s are mRNA vaccines, and AstraZeneca’s and J& J’s are non-replicating vectored vaccines. You can learn more about the different types of vaccines being tested in the response to “What types of COVID-19 vaccines are being tested?”, visit https://www.chop.edu/centers-programs/vaccine-education-center/making- vaccines/preventcovid 400 Level: Question: True/False: Even though I already got sick with COVID-19, it would still be beneficial to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Answer: What is True? Notes: COVID-19 vaccination should be offered to you regardless of whether you already had COVID-19 infection. You should not be required to have an antibody test before you are vaccinated. However, anyone currently infected with COVID-19 should wait to get vaccinated until after their illness has resolved and after they have met the criteria to discontinue isolation. Additionally, current evidence suggests that reinfection with the virus that causes COVID-19 is uncommon in the 90 days after initial infection. Therefore, people with a recent infection may delay vaccination until the end of that 90-day period if desired. 500 Level: After receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine, I will still need to wear a mask and physical distance in public gatherings. Answer: What is True? Notes: Fully vaccinated people should continue to wear masks and stay 6 feet apart from other people when they are in public, visiting with unvaccinated people from multiple household, visiting
with unvaccinated people who are at increased risk for severe COVID-19 disease or who have an unvaccinated household member who is at increased risk for severe COVID-19 disease. There are certain circumstances where a mask may not be necessary if you are fully vaccinated. For now, fully vaccinated people can gather indoors without physical distancing or wearing masks with: • Other people who are fully vaccinated • Unvaccinated people from one other household, unless any of those people or anyone they live with has an increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19 For more information, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully- vaccinated-guidance.html.
RESOURCES
New Jersey Department of Health
https://www.nj.gov/health/
https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/ncov.shtml
https://www.state.nj.us/health/cd/topics/covid2019_vaccination.shtml
https://covid19.nj.gov/
https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/vaccine
Links to specific flyers and infographics contained in the toolkit:
• COVID-19 Brief Quick Facts [English] [Spanish] [Portuguese]
• COVID-19 Vaccine Quick Facts [English] [Spanish]
• COVID-19 Vaccine Second Dose Information [English] [Spanish]
• COVID-19: Are You Fully Vaccinated? [English] [Spanish] [Arabic] [Creole] [Gujarati]
[Hindi] [Korean] [Polish] [Portuguese] [Tagalog]
• COVID-19 Vaccines and Fertility Flyer [English] [Spanish]
• Registering for the COVID-19 Vaccine
https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/Infographic_Steps_to_Register_for_the_COVID-
19_Vaccine.pdf
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Main COVID-19 page
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Toolkit for community and faith-based
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/toolkits/community-faith-
based.html
Immunization Action Coalition:
Statements from religious organizations in relation to vaccination
https://www.immunize.org/talking-about-vaccines/religious-concerns.aspYou can also read
