All DoD beneficiaries and other individuals who are eligible to receive vaccines from DoD will be offered and are encouraged to receive the COVID-19 immunization in accordance with recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and under the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines.
Available vaccines have been authorized under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) status. At this time, vaccination is voluntary* and will not be:
a mandatory military readiness vaccine
a requirement for deployment
a condition of employment for civilian personnel
Future FDA licensure of the vaccine may result in additional DoD guidance for the use of the vaccine as a medical readiness requirement for personnel.
*Unless waived by the President of the United States, COVID-19 vaccine(s) under EUA or EA status are not a mandatory medical readiness requirement.
Military Health System (MHS) COVID-19 Vaccine Resource Center for Healthcare Personnel
Information and resources on the COVID-19 Vaccination Program from the Defense Health Agency Immunization Healthcare Division. This information is geared toward health care personnel in the DoD. Click here to learn moreExternal Link
Communication Products and Educational Resources
Announcements
COVID-19 Vaccine: Myths Public Service AnnouncementExternal Link
Watch COL Jennifer McDannald, Director, U.S. Army Public Health Center, dispel some myths surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine.
Army Medicine COVID-19 Get the Shot PSAExternal Link
Why I got the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Army Medicine SGMs and CSMs tell you why they got the Shot! COVID-19 Vaccination keeps us ready to fight!External Link
Army Senior Leader COVID-19 Town HallExternal Link
The U.S. Army YouTube: COVID-19 VideosExternal Link
OTSG COVID-19 PSAExternal Link
SecDef COVID-19 Vaccine MessageExternal Link
RHC-Atlantic: Be a Part of the SolutionExternal Link
Building Vaccine Confidence
APHC Downloadable COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Products. Posters suitable for multiple audiences and locations to convey that the vaccines are safe and effective and will protect yourself, your family, your community, and help end the pandemic.
Defense Health Agency COVID-19 Vaccine ToolkitExternal Link Use this digital toolkit to help you communicate with beneficiaries about the COVID-19 vaccine. The assorted print, digital, and social media graphics should be used locally to generate awareness among populations.
"Building Confidence in COVID-19 Vaccines Among Your Patients, Tips for the Healthcare Team"External Link This presentation educates the healthcare team about COVID-19 vaccines that are pending authorization, vaccine safety monitoring, elements of vaccine confidence, and tangible strategies for effective conversations with their patients.
"Getting 'Back to Normal' Is Going to Take All of Our Tools"External Link A PDF flyer reinforcing basic personal protective measures.
Talking to Recipients about COVID-19 VaccinesExternal Link This material includes proven communication strategies and tips for effectively setting expectations and addressing questions from COVID-19 vaccine recipients.
COVID-19 Products for Line Leadership from DHA
File
Description
Line Leader Presentation PPTExternal Link
Leaders across the Department can leverage this briefing deck to discuss COVID-19 vaccines with their troops. Don't forget to reference speaker notes and to personalize the title slide!
Line Leader Presentation (PDF)External Link
This document is identical to the PowerPoint presentation for line leader reference and use.
Presentation CompanionExternal Link
Leaders and public affairs officers may reference this document. It can be shared with commands to support briefings, or distributed independently to share facts about COVID-19 vaccines.
Reasons to Choose a COVID-19 Vaccine Fact SheetExternal Link
Leaders and public affairs officers can share this information across channels to continue the vaccine confidence conversation.
Pre-vaccination
Senior Leader WebinarExternal Link Watch top military and medical officials discuss COVID-19 vaccinations. Among those speaking at the webinar were Army Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases; and Army Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Ronald J. Place, director of the Defense Health Agency. The event was hosted by Blue Star Families and the American Red Cross.
MHS COVID-19 Vaccine Training CenterExternal Link Vaccine training material available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Patient Education ResourcesExternal Link DHA Immunization Healthcare Division resource listing including many of the products called out specifically below.
COVID-19 Vaccine Information for TRICARE BeneficiariesExternal Link Information about COVID-19 availability for TRICARE beneficiaries.
"Why Get Vaccinated?"External Link A PDF flyer promoting vaccination for top priority healthcare personnel.
"Three Reasons Why You Were Given Top Priority to Be Vaccinated Against COVID-19"External Link A PDF flyer promoting vaccination for top priority healthcare personnel.
COVID-19 Townhall TemplateExternal Link(CAC required) Use this template and the associated Letter of Instruction to tailor a presentation for your installation's use and to meet the needs of your audience.
Vaccination
Different Vaccines – Learn more about vaccine types, authorized and recommended vaccines, and vaccines currently in clinical trials.
Different COVID-19 VaccinesExternal Link
Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet for Recipients and CaregiversExternal Link
Moderna’s COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet for Recipients and CaregiversExternal Link
Janssen Biotech Inc.’s (Johnson & Johnson) COVID-19 Fact Sheet for Recipients and CaregiversExternal Link
Do you have questions about the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccine? Speak to your healthcare provider and find more information hereExternal Link
Interim Guidance for Immunization Services During the COVID-19 PandemicExternal Link A link to CDC tools to manage the flu vaccine questions in conjunction with the COVID vaccine.
CDC COVID-19 Vaccine EffectivenessExternal Link
CDC COVID-19 Vaccination InformationExternal Link A summary of the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination based on what we currently know. CDC will continue to update this page as more data become available.
Vaccine Safety
DoD is confident in the stringent regulatory processes and requirements of the FDA. Manufacturers are required to submit their raw data for the FDA to review. Safety, immune response, and efficacy data from the trial stages are submitted to the FDA before the vaccines are authorized for use and distribution. Per FDA requirements, DoD will be monitoring and tracking reports of vaccine side effects through various surveillance activities both internal and external to the DoD. Click here to learn moreExternal Link
FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA)External Link A video describing what an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) is, why it's used, and how it applies the COVID-19 vaccine.
U.S. Vaccine Safety SystemExternal Link Information on how the U.S. vaccine safety system ensures that all vaccines are as safe as possible.
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) Vaccine RecommendationsExternal Link Information on how the ACIP reviews available vaccine data, determines whether or not to recommend the vaccine and, if so, who should receive it.
Post-vaccination
"Get vaccinated. Get your smartphone. Get started with v-safe"External Link A PDF flyer introducing the CDC V-safe application.
V-safe After Vaccination Health CheckerExternal Link CDC v-safe webpage.
What to Expect after Getting a COVID-19 vaccineExternal Link CDC webpage highlighting common side effects and helpful tips.
General Resources
Ad Council COVID-19 Vaccine Messages and ResourcesExternal Link
Acting Defense Secretary Receives COVID-19 Vaccine | VideoExternal Link
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) | COVID-19 VaccinesExternal Link
CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Communication ToolkitExternal Link
Social Media ToolkitExternal Link
DHA-IPM 20-004: DoD COVID-19 Vaccination Program ImplementationExternal Link
Operation Warp SpeedExternal Link
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) | COVID-19 VaccinesExternal Link
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) | COVID-19 VaccinesExternal Link
The First Aberdeen Proving Ground Employee Receives the COVID-19 VaccineExternal Link | Video (begins at ~1:30)
Vaccination
Preparing for your vaccine
Bust myths and learn facts
Frequently asked questions
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After Vaccination
Possible side effects
Register for v-safe
When you’ve been fully vaccinated
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For Specific Groups
Children and teens
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Different groups
COVID-19 Vaccine Data
Total Doses Distributed
378,882,200
Total Doses Administered
319,872,053
Updated Jun 23, 2021 9:00am ET
Professional Resources
Health Department Resources
Federal Retail Pharmacy Program for COVID-19 Vaccination
Interim Clinical Considerations for Use of mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine
Communication Resources
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices
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