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Dear Clevelanders,
There has been a good deal of discussion about the
coronavirus vaccine and I am sure you have questions. Ensuring that
our community is informed about the coronavirus and the vaccine is a
top priority.
This evening, I invite you to join my Tele Town Hall event at 5:30
p.m. to discuss the pandemic, coronavirus vaccine and important
prevention efforts. To learn more and register for this Dec. 30
event, click here. You can also watch at www.facebook.com/cityofcleveland.
Below are some frequently asked questions and answers from experts
at the Cleveland Department of Public Health (CDPH), the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Ohio Department of
Health (ODH):
When will I get the vaccine?
The vaccine will be rolled out in phases. We are following the
guidance of the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention and the
Ohio Department of Public Health on distribution. Last week, the
City of Cleveland administered its first vaccines to first
responders starting with Fire Chief Angelo Calvillo and EMS
Commissioner Nicole Carlton. Click here to view video from the first
vaccinations.
As we move through the phases and supply increases, COVID-19
vaccines will be available to those who choose to be vaccinated. As
of now, we anticipate the vaccine being widely available to the
general public a few months into 2021.
Are there any side effects?
Clinical trials show that the vaccine has some mild side effects.
Click here to learn more about the approval process for the vaccine.
According to the CDC, the most common side effects are fatigue,
headache, soreness or redness at the injection site and muscle or
joint pain. View more about side effects here.
I've heard rumors that the vaccine is not safe. Is that true?
If you're not sure about getting the vaccine yet, that's OK. But be
sure to use trusted and science-based sources for gathering
information like the CDC, ODH, CDPH and your medical provider. ODH
has a helpful myth vs. facts guide on its website to separate fact
from fiction. Click here to check it out.
What can I do right now to protect myself from coronavirus?
As I have said continuously throughout the pandemic, there are
important steps individuals can take to slow the spread: stay home
and leave only when necessary, wash your hands frequently, maintain
six feet of social distancing and most importantly wear a mask. In
addition, we must all limit our interactions, though I know this is
especially difficult because of the holiday season; however, it is
an important measure to protect ourselves and our loved ones.
Thank you and stay safe,
Frank G. Jackson, Mayor
City of Cleveland
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