I’m vaccinated, so now what?

Now that many of us are receiving or have received our COVID-19 vaccinations, folks are curious about what to do with the vaccination card. Read on to find out how to protect the card - and yourself - as we begin to rebound from the pandemic. At your first COVID-19 vaccine appointment you should receive your vaccination card. The card will show your name, date of birth as well as product name and manufacturer of the vaccine which was administered. The card will also show the date of the vaccination. An electronic record of your vaccination should be filed with the state by the whomever administered the vaccination. It’s important to hold on to the card because you may need it in the future. Keep your vaccination card in a safe spot in your home, for example, with your passport or other important papers. You can laminate the card, but it’s suggested that you visit an office supply store like Staples and have the professionals do the lamination for you. You can also store the card in a plastic baggie if you prefer. If you lose your card or if you tossed it out after you completed your vaccination, you may contact the Oregon Health Authority and ask for a replacement. Here’s an important detail about the card - don’t share a picture of your COVID-19 vaccination card online or on social media! Scammers are using the content you post, such as your date of birth or other personal details to steal your identity. If somebody contacts you to buy or sell a vaccination card it’s a scam and illegal, you can report it to the Department of Health and Human Services by calling 800-447-8477. Unfortunately, COVID-19 scams are everywhere so it’s important to be careful about providing personal information. Social media, texts and emails hammer away at folks urging them to share information about their vaccination experience. Be smart about sharing any information…protect yourself first. com, we are always happy to help.