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V-Safe Sign Up

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 09:39:37 CST
As more Illinois residents become eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, the Illinois Department of Public Health is encouraging those who receive a COVID-19 vaccination to utilize the V-Safe After Vaccination Health Checker. Developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, v-safe allows individuals who have received their first vaccination to get a text sent to their smartphone to remind them it's time for their second shot.

The v-safe after vaccination checker is a free program that also allows people to communicate directly with the CDC regarding any potential side-effects they may experience. Depending on the answer, someone from the CDC may call to check on the individual and get more information. If any serious health problems are reported, they can be investigated quickly by CDC's medical experts and scientists.

V-safe employs strict security measures to ensure your personal information is protected, confidential and private. Your participation is voluntary and you can opt-out at any time. However, if you would like to participate in v-safe you must sign up within 42-hours of getting your first COVID-19 vaccine dose.