[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb image=”https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/03\/IMG_9291-scaled.jpg” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Intro Blurb” _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”]<\/p>\n
As new COVID-19 vaccination phases open and more people get vaccinated, it is starting to feel like the end of the pandemic is in sight. Although the COVID-19 vaccines are a huge step in the right direction, it does not mean that the pandemic is over. It is important to continue to stay vigilant and follow all COVID-19 regulations and guidelines even after vaccination.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Research has shown that the vaccines are effective at protecting those vaccinated from severe illness<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>or death from COVID-19.\u00a0<\/span>However, there is still research to be done about whether you can<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>spread COVID-19 to others after you have been vaccinated.\u00a0<\/span>We do know that is it possible for\u00a0<\/span>asympto<\/span>matic carriers<\/span><\/a>\u00a0to spread the virus.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It is important that you continue to mask up<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span>back up<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and wash up\u00a0<\/span>unless<\/span>\u00a0you are around others who you know are\u00a0<\/span>fully\u00a0<\/span>vaccinated and who are not at high risk.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb title=”Keep Following COVID-19 Guidance” admin_label=”Guidelines Blurb” _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n It takes around two weeks for your body to build protection against the virus.\u00a0<\/span>A<\/span>fter you receive<\/span>\u00a0your dose(s)<\/span><\/a>\u00a0you still need to follow these COVID-19 recommendations and guidelines:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Gathering & Masking ” admin_label=”Mask Guide Blurb” _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”]After you are fully vaccinated<\/span>\u00a0for 14 days it is recommended that you\u00a0<\/span>continue to avoid medium to large gatherings<\/span><\/b>. However, you can gather under the following circumstances:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You can gather indoors without a mask if everyone is fully <\/strong><\/span>vaccinated<\/strong>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Remember to keep gatherings small and follow safe gathering guidance.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You can gather with<\/span>\u00a0a<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0low-risk and healthy\u00a0unvaccinated\u00a0individual\u00a0without\u00a0masks<\/strong>. <\/span>Unless someone\u00a0<\/span><\/i>has<\/span><\/i>\u00a0an\u00a0<\/span><\/i>increased risk for serve illness from COVID-19<\/span><\/i><\/a>.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Continue<\/span>\u00a0to mask up and back up while on campus, in public, or attending large gatherings.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> Individuals exposed to COVID-19<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>are not required to quarantine, but should still monitor for symptoms\u00a0<\/span><\/b>if they<\/span>:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Health care workers<\/span><\/i><\/a>\u00a0who meet the above criteria do not have to quarantine from community<\/span><\/i>\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><\/i> work\u00a0<\/span><\/i>settings<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/i>unless they develop symptoms in the 14 days after exposure. If\u00a0<\/span><\/i>a HCW develops\u00a0<\/span><\/i>any signs or symptoms\u00a0<\/span><\/i>during those 14 days\u00a0<\/span><\/i>they should\u00a0<\/span><\/i>seek testing and isolate.\u00a0<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you are around or exposed to someone with COVID-19 you do not need to quarantine, isolate, or get tested unless you develop symptoms.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n I<\/strong>f symptoms develop or you have questions, please contact\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Ask-A-Nurse<\/a>.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Conclusion Blurb” _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”]The path back to \u201cnormal\u2019\u2019 life is not something we can rush down. Continue to protect yourself and others by staying vigilant and continuing to mask up, back up, and wash up even after you receive your COVID-19 vaccine.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n
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