February 5, 2021
In today’s update, you will find important information, including:
- Vaccination Updates
- Are the COVID-19 Vaccines Safe? Dr. Sharff Provides Answers.
- KP National News
- Save the Date | Next Live Audio Broadcast is February 9
Vaccination Updates
- Oregon Eligibility Expands to Include 80 and Older
Beginning February 8, seniors in Group 2 (people 80 and older), will be eligible to receive the vaccine. Most appointment allocations will be directed to the PDX drive-thru vaccine clinic. The Oregon Convention Center will also be an option.
- 211Info
We have secured an agreement with 211Info to help people without internet access. Individuals who call 211 will receive vaccine eligibility and education—the same information available using the chat bot on the OHA Vaccine page. Support also includes fast access to the OCC Contact Center to help with scheduling. English and Spanish languages are available.
- 2nd Dose Appointments
The outreach campaigns for people eligible to receive their booster (second) dose February 8 through 28, but not yet scheduled in the Tri County area is complete. Those individuals received instructions to schedule their booster dose at OCC within the appropriate timeframe. For those who received their prime (first) dose outside of Tri County area, they have received a scheduling ticket notification to book their appointment. Eugene and Salem are experiencing a very limited availability of 2nd dose appointments.
Are the COVID-19 Vaccines Safe? Dr. Sharff Provides Answers.
Now that vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming available, many people have questions about whether they should get vaccinated and what to expect when they do. Dr. Katie Sharff addresses these concerns and provides clarification about the COVID-19 vaccines. Read more on MyKP.
KP National News
- Have a Super (and Safe) Sunday
Follow these fun tips to gather virtually for football festivities with your fellow fans.
Keeping Kids Moving is Essential for Good Health
The pandemic has kept kids indoors and away from their regular activities, raising alarms about rising childhood obesity.
Save the Date |Next Live Audio Broadcast is February 9
Plan on joining the next LIVE audio broadcast Tuesday, February 9, starting at 12:10 p.m.
Submit your questions or suggestions for future audio broadcast topics.
Situation Update
Note: The COVID-19 Quick Facts Dashboard has been updated to include vaccination data.
