Our SUNY students have done an incredible job of getting vaccinated against COVID-19 for a safe return to campus life and learning this fall. Now it’s time to get boosted to keep ourselves as safe as possible. Remember: both the vaccine and approved boosters are safe, effective, and free.
It's normal to have questions or feel uncertain about the COVID-19 vaccines. You are not alone. But millions of others, just like you, have overcome their doubts and gotten the vaccines – safely, without serious side effects. Learn more below.
Serious side effects causing long-term health problems are extremely unlikely with any vaccine, including COVID. On the other hand, there are reports of serious longer-term effects of COVID-19 infection, known as Long COVID. Learn more.
The tech behind the vaccines is not new and researchers have been working with it for decades. Millions of people have safely received a COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more.
Many people are still not eligible for the vaccine, including everyone under the age of 12. Being fully vaccinated helps prevent you from spreading COVID-19 to others.
Virus variants like the Delta variant are on the rise, and unvaccinated individuals are most at risk for serious illness, hospitalization, and death.
For more videos, including PSAs in multiple languages, see the full #KnowYourVax playlist on YouTube
Note: The information presented on this page and by SUNY medical experts is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding the COVID-19 vaccine.
Often, the words of family and friends are more meaningful than expert advice. Download the graphics below and share with your social networks to help make a difference in this historic vaccination effort.
SUNY students are getting vaccinated for themselves and their communities. Hear some of their reasons. Share your reason with us in a short video (or in writing with a photo) to be featured in our #30DayVaxChallenge campaign.
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SUNY is not only ensuring that our campuses are safe for our students, faculty, and staff, we're rallying to help New York State overcome COVID-19 so we can all get back to normal.
COVID-19 vaccines administered at SUNY sites
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Getting the COVID-19 vaccine is a personal choice. Learn more about the vaccines from reliable health authorities like the CDC and FDA, linked below. And always consult with your physician or other qualified health provider regarding any questions you may have about the COVID-19 vaccines.
