Tribe Expands Access to Covid Vaccine

MWT has entered phase 3 of the MWT Vaccination program and has expanded who can get vaccinated for Covid-19.

IHS will now schedule:

  • Young adults (ages 18 and over)

  • Workers in occupations important to society functioning not included in Phase 1 or 2

  • Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Spouses and household members

  • Non-Mashpee Tribal members eligible for direct services

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IHS will continue to still provide the vaccine to Elders  65 and over and those who have medical conditions that place them at greater risk to Covid-19 and also still continue to provide the vaccine to all Tribal members.

Everyone that falls into any of the above categories is encouraged to call IHS at (508) 539-2561 to schedule a date /time to receive the vaccination.  IHS staff will schedule you for your second booster at that time.

Please keep in mind that The Covid -19 vaccination is a two shot series. Following your initial Vaccine injection, you will require a booster that can be given approximately 21-28 days later. The second dose should be administered as close to the recommended interval as possible per the CDC guidelines. 

Important to know facts:

  • Experts say people can still spread and even develop COVID-19 after getting a vaccine.

  • They note the immunity from the vaccine doesn’t begin to emerge until at least 12 days after inoculation.

  • They add the vaccine doesn’t prevent coronavirus infection. It helps protect against serious illnesses.

  • Experts advise people who get vaccinated to continue wearing a mask, washing their hands, avoiding group gatherings and maintaining proper physical distancing.

For Covid-19 resource support please contact Mashpee Wampanoag Emergency Management at: 508-477-0208 X 103