Kathy Malley is working with the Chesapeake Health Department as a Covid vaccine navigator. She is reaching out to dental practices in Chesapeake to ensure their offices are offered the Covid 19 vaccine. If you haven't yet heard from her, you can reach her at kathy.malley@vdh.virginia.gov.

 

Dentists, hygienists and dental assistants are included in the state’s criteria as Phase 1a healthcare workers and are eligible to receive priority access to the vaccine. Health care personnel that directly care for COVID-19 patients will receive top priority among health care providers. 

 

The ADA has published a fact sheet with additional information on the safety and effectiveness of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. 

 

Learn more about the state’s vaccine distribution plan. 

 

The VDA is in regular contact with the VDH and will keep members informed as we learn more about state and local plans. 

 

We have also heard from many members about their eagerness to participate in the effort as vaccine administrators, and encourage those with an interest to fill out the VDH provider intent form. 

 

To make sure you don’t miss important updates, sign up for text alerts here or by texting “VDA” to 52886.