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COVID-19 Vaccine Information

Choice is a powerful thing. We recognize the tremendous impact COVID-19 has had on our communities. You have the choice to help our society shape our new path forward beyond COVID-19. Here, we put the facts in front of you so you can make an informed choice.

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Residents

Are you ready to get vaccinated? We know it's a loaded question. The choice to be vaccinated for COVID-19 is a personal one. We've outlined the facts below to help you make that choice for your family and community.

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Vaccinators

A hallmark of the state's COVID-19 Vaccination Plan is our structure to empower local and regional communities to distribute the vaccine. As a patient's most trusted source of information about vaccines, you will play a critical role in helping build confidence in COVID-19 vaccination.

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Get the Facts

Making sure you have the facts about the COVID-19 vaccine is important. Your choice to get vaccinated can make a positive impact not only on you and your family, but your entire community.

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Missouri is currently vaccinating

PHASE 1A
PHASE 1B - TIER 1
PHASE 1B - TIER 2

Phase 1A Phase 1B - Tier 1 Phase 1B - Tier 2
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Local Experts

The COVID vaccine is an extremely exciting point in our lifetimes. We haven’t had any control until this. It’s an opportunity for us to regain control – each one of us will make a difference.

Dr. Aamina Akhtar – Chief Medical Officer at Mercy Hospital South

mRNA allows our white blood cells to read the blueprint and make spike proteins for our immune system to recognize in the future.

Dr. Robin Trotman – Infectious Disease Doctor at CoxHealth

The vaccine trials involved a cross-section of everyone in the United States, including minority populations.

• Dr. William Sistrunk – Infectious Disease Doctor at Mercy

HOW DO I KNOW THAT A COVID-19 VACCINE WILL BE SAFE?

Millions of Americans have received a first dose of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, with the vast majority experiencing minor, temporary side effects. The safety and efficacy data has also been reviewed by an independent expert committee called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) which also recommended the vaccines for emergency use.

No safety concerns were identified for the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines in subgroup analyses by age, race, ethnicity, underlying medical conditions, or previous SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Bottom line: You, your family and your community will be safer with each individual that chooses vaccination. Vaccinations have been proven to prevent severe illness and death caused by COVID-19.

Vaccinator Map

Missouri is currently vaccinating Phase 1A, Phase 1B – Tier 1 and Phase 1B – Tier 2 populations. You may determine your eligibility under Missouri’s plan by selecting the appropriate button below.

Phase 1A eligibility Phase 1B - Tier 1 eligibility Phase 1B - Tier 2 eligibility

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Safety First

Although the timeline has been accelerated, it doesn't mean we skipped the integrity of the trial and approval processes.

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Ethics Matter

The vaccine will be made available based on ethical principles of maximizing benefits, minimizing harm, striving for equity, justice and fairness, and making transparent decisions. Ethical considerations include prioritizing Missourians who have been disproportionally impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Lifesaving Vaccine

A COVID-19 vaccine will be a lifesaving development. Vaccinations have saved hundreds of millions of lives over the last century. Scientists have developed vaccines for Smallpox, Polio, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis, Meningitis and more. Data from clinical trials indicate a 95% efficacy rate for Pfizer’s vaccine, a 94.5% efficacy rate for Moderna’s vaccine and a 90% efficacy rate for AstraZeneca’s vaccine.

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Free Vaccination

We are committed to providing a free COVID-19 vaccination experience to all Missourians, including those without insurance. No person can be billed for the COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccination providers may charge an administration fee to insurance, Medicaid or Medicare, if applicable in your situation. Uninsured Missourians will be able to receive the vaccination regardless of their health insurance status.

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Availability For All

Missourians will qualify for vaccination based on the priority phases below, anticipating a limited initial supply.

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Phase 1B – Tier 1

Protecting those who keep us safe and help us during an emergency

Public Health Administrators and Staff
Law Enforcement
Fire Services
Corrections
Emergency Management
Public Works
Emergency Services

Tier 1

Phase 1B – Tier 2

Protecting those who are at increased risk for severe illness

Anyone 65 and older
Any adults with:
- Cancer
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- COPD
- Heart Conditions
- Weakened immune system due to organ transplant
- Severe obesity (BMI >40)
- Pregnancy
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities such as Down Syndrome

Tier 2

Phase 1B – Tier 3

Protecting those who keep the essential functions of society running

Education (K-12)
Childcare
Communications Infrastructure
Dams Sector
Energy Sector
Food & Agriculture Sector 1
Government
Information Technology
Nuclear Reactor Sector
Transportation Systems
Water and Wastewater Systems

Tier 3