UPDATE: Information about symptoms experienced by persons who have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine has been added.
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Following is Tuesday's Vax Facts information from the Saline County Health Department.
Vaccine clinics using the Janssen (Johnson and Johnson) vaccine have been postponed following an announcement by the CDC and FDA this morning.
People who have received the Janssen vaccine and develop severe headache, abdominal pain, leg pain, or shortness of breath within three weeks after vaccination should contact their health care provider.
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As of today, the Saline County masking mandate has been lifted. This applies to the areas outside Salina city limits.
The Salina City Commission has continued the city ordinance regarding masking.
Masks are still required within the City of Salina.
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Due to vaccine supplies being more widely available in our community, registration on the VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com website has closed.
This week, will be the final week for prime doses at the JC Penney vaccination site. Clinics for the boost doses will continue until mid-May to complete all two-dose series.
Vaccines are now available at many health clinics and pharmacies throughout our community, reducing the need for a mass vaccination clinic.
To find out where you can get your vaccine go to VaccineFinder.org.