New Resource: Why Residents Should Get the Bivalent Booster (SNF/AL)

AHCA/NCAL developed a new #GetVaccinated handout to help long term care staff discuss the value of the bivalent booster with residents. This was designed in response to members saying that residents or their family members are hesitant to get the bivalent booster.

The handout, which can be printed as one page, front and back, explains how the bivalent booster helps reduce the risk of developing serious symptoms or hospitalizations from COVID. It also addresses the need to still get the bivalent booster even if someone’s had prior COVID infections or one or more original boosters. We encourage you to use this handout to discuss the value of getting the bivalent booster this winter with all your unboosted residents and/or their families or resident representative. 

In addition, resources are available to learn more about how you can help reduce the impact of COVID-19 and other respiratory viral infections this winter.