Vaccine Passports Are Getting a Bit Easier to Obtain—Here’s How to Get One
As more destinations and venues require proof of vaccination for entry, a growing number of options for obtaining a digital vaccine certificate are becoming available.For many people, the CDC-issued, 3- x 4-inch paper COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card is all they have to prove that they are fully vaccinated. But a paper certificate can get lost and does not present some of the conveniences of having a digital version (ideally with a corresponding scannable QR code) that is securely stored in our devices for easy access when needed for travel or entry into a theater, restaurant, or event space.
Speaking in Chicago, President Joe Biden just pushed for COVID-19 vaccine requirements, calling them effective and necessary. "The fact is this has been a pandemic of the unvaccinated. The unvaccinated overcrowded our hospitals, overrunning emergency rooms and intensive care units. The unvaccinated are leaving no room for someone with a heart attack or in need of a cancer operation," Biden said during a speech at a Clayco construction site in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. His office also said its vaccine campaign has "saved over 100,000 lives and prevented 450,000 hospitalizations." Read on for his exact words—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID.
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© Provided by Eat This, Not That! President Joe Biden Here's part of what Biden said:
"The unvaccinated also put our economy at risk because people are reluctant to go out. Think about this. Even in places where there is no restriction on going to restaurants and gyms and movie theaters, people are not going in anywhere near the numbers.
They're worried they're going to get sick. I've tried everything in my power to get people vaccinated. The first thing I did when I was sworn into office on January 20th is I bought enough vaccine right off the bat to vaccinate every single American. There are only 4 million Americans vaccinated up to that point even though the virus had been around.
Second, we made everyone eligible to get a vaccination and made it easy and convenient to find a place to get vaccinated. 180,000 places around the country.
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Dr. Vivek Murphy discussed on CNN why these vaccine mandates are necessary to save your life, and how you can stay safe. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID. © Provided by Eat This, Not That! Vivek Murthy 1 Surgeon General Warned Delta is Dangerous: "We Have to Do Everything We Can" © Provided by Eat This, Not That! Doctor holding a syringe Why issue a mandate now, when Biden previously promised there would be none? One word: Delta. It's more transmissible and thus more dangerous.
Third, we gave everyone ample time and information to deal with their concerns. We developed hundreds of millions of dollars in incentives. You did here in the city and the state of Illinois.
And cities and community organizations encouraged vaccinations. Governor? Governor Pritzker, you've done one hell of a job encouraging people before we got to the mandate.
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If You Work Here, You Are Now Mandated to Get Vaccinated
On Thursday, President Biden announced several new vaccine mandates to nudge the vaccine-hesitant—whom experts blame for the spread of the Delta variant, prolonging the pandemic beyond —into getting their shots. "Many of us are frustrated with the nearly 80 million Americans who are still not vaccinated, even though the vaccine is safe, effective, and free," said Biden. "We cannot allow these actions to stand in the way of protecting the large majority of Americans who have done their part and want to get back to life as normal." If you work in certain places, you will now be required to get the vaccine. Read on to find out more—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You Have "Long" COVID and May Not Even Know It.
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1. "We Must Increase Vaccinations"
"We must increase vaccinations among the unvaccinated with new vaccination requirements," said Biden. " Of the nearly 80 million eligible Americans who have not gotten vaccinated, many said they were waiting for approval from the Food and Drug Administration — the FDA. Well, last month, the FDA granted that approval. So the time for waiting is over."
He added: "This is not about freedom or personal choice. It's about protecting yourself and those around you — the people you work with, the people you care about, the people you love. My job as President is to protect all Americans."
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2. Companies of This Size
Companies with more than 100 employees will be required to ensure their employees are vaccinated or tested for COVID once a week. "Some of the biggest companies are already requiring this: United Airlines, Disney, Tyson Foods, and even Fox News," said Biden.
"The bottom line: We're going to protect vaccinated workers from unvaccinated co-workers," he added. "We're going to reduce the spread of COVID-19 by increasing the share of the workforce that is vaccinated in businesses all across America."
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These are the facts and nothing but the facts!Experts say the vaccine is safe and effective — even against the Delta variant — and that an increase in the number of people who get vaccinated will help get things back to normal faster, so we can return to concerts, crowded restaurants, traveling, and even prom.
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3. These Federal Government Employees
All executive branch federal government employees and federal contractors must be vaccinated, with no option to be tested or opt out. "If you want to work with the federal government and do business with us, get vaccinated," said Biden. "If you want to do business with the federal government, vaccinate your workforce."
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4. Head Start Educators
All 300,000 educators in federal Head Start programs must be fully vaccinated.
Biden also called on all governors to require all teachers and school staff to get the vaccine. "Some already have done so, but we need more to step up," he said. "Vaccination requirements in schools are nothing new. They work. They're overwhelmingly supported by educators and their unions."
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5. These Healthcare Workers
All 17 million healthcare workers at facilities receiving federal funds from Medicare or Medicaid must be fully vaccinated. "If you're seeking care at a health facility, you should be able to know that the people treating you are vaccinated," said Biden. "Simple. Straightforward. Period."
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6. How to Stay Safe Out There
Follow the fundamentals and help end this pandemic, no matter where you live—get vaccinated ASAP; if you live in an area with low vaccination rates, wear an N95 face mask, don't travel, social distance, avoid large crowds, don't go indoors with people you're not sheltering with (especially in bars), practice good hand hygiene, and to protect your life and the lives of others, don't visit any of these 35 Places You're Most Likely to Catch COVID.
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Even after all these mandates we still have more than one-quarter of the people in the United States eligible for vaccinations but didn't get the shot. We know there is no other way to beat the pandemic than to get the vast majority of Americans vaccinated. It is as simple as that.
To spread it to our children, to spread throughout society, our hospitals, the risk of other variants. It is all dangerous and obvious, but we're still not there.
We have to beat this thing."
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Biden defended vaccine requirements
"So while I didn't race to do it right away, that's why I've had to move toward requirements that everyone get vaccinated, or I had the — where I had the authority to do that. That wasn't my first instinct.
My administration now requires federal workers to be vaccinated and we've also required federal contractors to be vaccinated. If you have a contract with the federal government you have to be vaccinated. We're requiring the active-duty military to be vaccinated. We're making sure health care workers are vaccinated, because if you seek care at a health care facility, you should have a certainty that the people providing that care are protected from Covid and cannot spread it to you.
The Labor Department is going to shortly issue an emergency rule, which I asked for several weeks ago and they're going through the process, to require all employers with more than 100 people, whether they work for the federal government or not, this is within the purview of the Labor Department to ensure their workers are fully vaccinated or face testing at least once a week.
In total, this Labor Department vaccination requirement will cover 100 million Americans, about two-thirds of all the people who work in America."
So get vaccinated, and to protect your life and the lives of others, don't visit any of these 35 Places You're Most Likely to Catch COVID.
New York City issues vaccine mandate for indoor events, confuses entire country
New York City will soon require that people show proof of vaccination to eat indoors and go to concerts, but it’s not launching another app.The initiative marks the first time a major US city has issued a vaccine mandate like this, and it immediately confused the public.
New York City issues vaccine mandate for indoor events, confuses entire country .
New York City will soon require that people show proof of vaccination to eat indoors and go to concerts, but it’s not launching another app.The initiative marks the first time a major US city has issued a vaccine mandate like this, and it immediately confused the public.
As more destinations and venues require proof of vaccination for entry, a growing number of options for obtaining a digital vaccine certificate are becoming available.For many people, the CDC-issued, 3- x 4-inch paper COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card is all they have to prove that they are fully vaccinated. But a paper certificate can get lost and does not present some of the conveniences of having a digital version (ideally with a corresponding scannable QR code) that is securely stored in our devices for easy access when needed for travel or entry into a theater, restaurant, or event space. 
Just because it's fall doesn't mean you have to give up salads. Try this one with roasted squash and creamy camembert for a satisfying vegetarian meal or side. 
Dr. Vivek Murphy discussed on CNN why these vaccine mandates are necessary to save your life, and how you can stay safe. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID. © Provided by Eat This, Not That! Vivek Murthy 1 Surgeon General Warned Delta is Dangerous: "We Have to Do Everything We Can" © Provided by Eat This, Not That! Doctor holding a syringe Why issue a mandate now, when Biden previously promised there would be none? One word: Delta. It's more transmissible and thus more dangerous. 
Is there anything worse than ruining your brand-new boots due to unexpected rain or snow? 
These are the facts and nothing but the facts!Experts say the vaccine is safe and effective — even against the Delta variant — and that an increase in the number of people who get vaccinated will help get things back to normal faster, so we can return to concerts, crowded restaurants, traveling, and even prom. 
Who doesn’t love the beach? Yet as much as the winning combination of sand, sea and sun never fails to delight, not all beaches are as relaxing as they first appear. From shark attack hot spots and shores frequented by man-eating crocodiles, to coastlines notorious for riptides and dangerously high pollution levels, these are the world’s most dangerous beaches. 
There are plenty of reasonably priced vacation ideas to consider if you're flexible and willing to think outside the box. 
New York City will soon require that people show proof of vaccination to eat indoors and go to concerts, but it’s not launching another app.The initiative marks the first time a major US city has issued a vaccine mandate like this, and it immediately confused the public. 
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New York City issues vaccine mandate for indoor events, confuses entire... 
