Get your 3rd booster shot ASAP – efficacy up to 88% against Omicron
Don’t hesitate to get your 3rd booster shot!
If you do not have your 3rd booster shot, go as soon as possible!
You can get your 3rd booster shot if you received your 2nd dose on or before [wpdts-date start=”182 days ago”]
It’s time to get your 3rd shot! Some staff have found that they are not getting notified when to come in for the booster. If you don’t get a text or email AND you are more than 182 days past your 2nd vaccination, go to the Book Booster website.
If you are unable to book online and have proof that you received your 2nd dose PRIOR to [wpdts-date start=”182 days ago”], go to a vaccination site with your proof of vaccination and your Menno Place Identification card. Tell them that you are a healthcare worker (anyone employed at Menno Place) and ask for a booster shot.
At this time, records show us that many of our staff do NOT have the additional layer of protection from the 3rd booster shot.
The 3rd booster increases the efficacy of the vaccine you received from 60-75% up to 80-88%. Our vaccines are losing efficacy over time. The booster brings back that protection for you and those with whom you interact (family, friends, work colleagues, residents and those in your community). Getting your booster shot protects the residents you love and serve.
The booster shot can boost effectiveness against omicron to 88% (from 52% for 2 shots) – CLICK HERE
Read more about Getting a Booster Dose
Amid the rapid rise of the Omicron variant in BC, health officials are encouraging healthcare workers to prioritize getting a 3rd booster shot. After six months, you should get your booster, particularly if you are over the age of 50 and/or are considered at risk of serious disease.
Once you have your 3rd booster shot, report to Menno Place using this link – CLICK HERE TO REPORT 3RD BOOSTER
