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COVID-19 Weekly Digest

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 COVID-19 Updates

· Dec 2, 2021 ·

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for Employees 
Under the federal guidance requiring employees to be fully vaccinated by Jan. 4, 2022, UM employees (faculty, staff and student employees) are asked to upload their vaccination records electronically by the end of day this Friday, Dec. 3 for planning purposes. To comply, you must receive both shots of a two-dose vaccine, or one shot of a single-dose vaccine, before the deadline.
  • Employee vaccine mandate information 
  • FAQs 
  • Submit your vaccination record 
  • UM COVID Medical Exemption Request Form 
  • UM COVID Religious Exemption Request Form 
  • Ask HR and EORC about submitting vaccination records and requesting medical and religious exemptions (requires UM login)  
Booster Eligibility Expanded
Eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots has been expanded by the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) to include all adults 18 and over. Appointments for a booster shot can be made at any county health department clinics through the MSDH Vaccine Scheduler or by calling the COVID-19 hotline at 877-978-6453. COVID-19 vaccines are also available at numerous other providers statewide, including pharmacies and clinics — visit https://www.vaccines.gov/search/ to find locations near you.
You can get a booster shot of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine if you are at least 18 years old and:
  • Fully vaccinated with two shots of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, AND
  • It’s been at least six months since your last shot of either vaccine.
OR:
  • Fully vaccinated with one shot of Johnson and Johnson (Janssen) vaccine, AND
  • It’s been at least two months since your last shot.
How to Get a COVID-19 Vaccine
Those who still need one or more doses may walk in to University Health Services weekdays between 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. when the university is open to receive a vaccination.
A list of local vaccine clinics is also on UM’s vaccination webpage. 
To meet the Jan. 4 deadline to submit a vaccination record, faculty, staff and student employees need to receive vaccine doses by these dates: 
  • Moderna: first dose by Dec. 6, second dose by Jan. 3. 
  • Pfizer: first dose by Dec. 13, second dose by Jan. 3. 
  • Johnson & Johnson: single dose by Jan. 3.
On-Campus COVID-19 Testing
The university will continue offering FREE COVID-19 testing for symptomatic or asymptomatic students, faculty and staff at the University-Oxford Depot on campus through Saturday, Dec. 11. Testing will be offered Monday–Friday from 3-7 p.m. and Saturday from 12 noon-4 p.m.
See more details here. To schedule your test:
  • Text “2020” to 833-991-3009 OR click on this link: http://86borders.com/l/68415e8f
  • Complete the Testing Intake Form
  • You will receive a confirmation # to present at the testing site
  • Show up (with your University-affiliated ID) any day, any time during testing hours that week. 
How to Get a Flu Shot
Faculty, staff and students can receive a flu shot at the University Health Center weekdays from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
International Travel
If you plan to travel outside of the United States during the winter break, please make sure to keep abreast of the most up-to-date travel requirements for your destination and your return to the United States. Depending on where you go and what restrictions may be imposed, you could face the risk of being unable to return to the United States as scheduled.  
Applicable Guidance
Vaccination Requirement for Non-US-Citizens to enter the United States by Air
  • Traveling over the winter break?  Non-US citizens need to show proof of being fully vaccinated with an accepted vaccine to enter the United States, unless they fall under one of the very limited exceptions.  Recovery from a previous COVID-19 infection or quarantine after arrival DOES NOT replace this requirement.   
Travelers Prohibited from Entry into the United States
  • With the emergence of the Omicron variant, entry into the United States has been suspended for some travelers as of November 29, 2021.  
Booster Shots Recommended before International Travel
  • The Office of Global Engagement recommends getting a booster shot prior to international travel, when eligible. Travelers should not rely on being able to get booster shots abroad as this is far from certain in most cases.  Vaccination, and a booster shot depending on the timing, has become a requirement in Italy and France for a valid health pass, which is needed to enter restaurants, cafes, and museums, and other public venues. Other countries are likely to follow suit; the European Union has proposed that all vaccine certificates, including the CDC or other similar vaccination document from the United States, have a maximum validity of 270 days for a fully vaccinated individual, from the date of their last dose.  
Testing Requirement to Board a Flight to the United States
  • Remember that all travelers, regardless of citizenship, must present a negative viral test result (or proof of recovery from COVID-19) before boarding a flight to the United States.  The time periods are different for vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers.  This requirement, including the time periods, could change with little notice.  Please consult the CDC and your airline for the most up to date testing requirements.  
Resources
The CDC has a helpful interactive travel assessment resource to find out what is needed to board a flight to the United States.  Requirements vary by citizenship, age, and possible exceptions, and the travel assessment tool is helpful for your specific situation!  
There is also a helpful flowchart from the CDC on how and if you can enter the United States.  
If you are traveling internationally, we encourage you to contact the Office of Global Engagement at global@olemiss.edu for resources and guidance on your travels.  OGE also keeps a travel page updated as information becomes available.  
Please note that travel requirements may change quickly and with little notice, so always consult the CDC, local embassy resources, the U.S. Department of State, and your airline for the most up to date information.
Featured FAQ: What do we know about the new COVID-19 variant, Omicron?
The World Health Organization (WHO) classified a new variant, B.1.1.529, as a Variant of Concern on Nov. 26 and has named it Omicron. CDC is monitoring the development of this new variant, first reported to the WHO by officials in South Africa. According to the CDC, the California and San Francisco Departments of Public Health have confirmed that a recent case of COVID-19 among an individual in California was caused by the Omicron variant (B.1.1.529).
CDC recommends key prevention strategies, such as wearing a mask in public indoor settings in areas of substantial or high community transmission, washing your hands frequently, and physically distancing from others. CDC also recommends that everyone 5 years of age and older protect themselves from COVID-19 by getting fully vaccinated. CDC encourages a COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for those who are eligible
News Stories and Resources
  • FDA actively working to investigate, address potential impacts of Omicron variant; Urges vaccination and boosters (FDA)
  • FDA advisers vote to recommend authorization of a pill to treat Covid-19 (CNN)
  • U.S. and other nations harden travel rules over Omicron, EU urges vaccination (Reuters)
  • Counterfeit COVID masks are still sold everywhere, despite misleading claims (NYT)
COVID-19 Data
  • MSDH reported the following information for COVID-19 cases in Mississippi (as of Nov. 30):
    • 468 new cases, 2 new deaths and 31 long-term care facilities outbreaks.
  • Mississippi Vaccination Report (as of Nov. 30):
    • 3,218,787 total doses administered; 1,606,862 people receiving at least one dose; and 1,409,865 people fully vaccinated.
    • Lafayette County: 63,407 Total Doses Administered; 27,760 People Fully Vaccinated, 51% of Total Population Fully Vaccinated.
Quick Links
  • UM Vaccine Information Page
  • UM confirmed COVID-19 cases among employees and students
  • UM COVID-19 Dashboard
  • Results from University-Oxford Depot testing

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 COVID-19 Updates

· Nov 24, 2021 ·

Upcoming Pfizer Vaccine Clinic at Johnson Commons
  • Nov. 30, 1-3 p.m.: Make 11/30 Pfizer appointment
Please note that Nov. 30 is the last scheduled on-campus vaccine clinic. Vaccines are widely available. Those who still need one or more doses may walk-in to University Health Services weekdays between 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. when the university is open to receive a vaccination. A list of local vaccine clinics is also on UM’s vaccination webpage.
To meet the Jan. 4 deadline to submit a vaccination record, faculty, staff and student employees need to receive vaccine doses by these dates:
  • Moderna: first dose by Dec. 6, second dose by Jan. 3. 
  • Pfizer: first dose by Dec. 13, second dose by Jan. 3. 
  • Johnson & Johnson: single dose by Jan. 3.
On-Campus COVID-19 Testing
After the Thanksgiving holiday, the university will continue offering FREE COVID-19 testing for symptomatic or asymptomatic students, faculty and staff at the University-Oxford Depot on campus. Testing will be offered Monday–Friday from 3-7 p.m. and Saturday from 12 noon-4 p.m.
See more details here. To schedule your test:
  1. Text “2020” to 833-991-3009 OR click on this link: http://86borders.com/l/68415e8f
  2. Complete the Testing Intake Form
  3. You will receive a confirmation # to present at the testing site
  4. Show up (with your University-affiliated ID) any day, any time during testing hours that week.
Fighting the Flu
Public health officials are urging everyone to be attentive to the rising number of influenza cases as we head into the holiday season. On campus, University Health Services has experienced an increase in patients with flu-like symptoms. The CDC recommends the following to fight flu:
  • A yearly flu vaccine is the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses. Everyone 6 months or older should get an annual flu vaccine. Protect Yourself. Protect Your Family. Get Vaccinated.
  • Take preventative actions every day to prevent the spread of flu viruses. Avoid close contact with sick people; avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth; cover your coughs; sneeze into the crook of your elbow (rather than your hands); and, wash your hands often (with soap and water).
  • Take antiviral drugs if your doctor prescribes them. Antiviral drugs can be used to treat flu illness and can make illness milder and shorten the time you are sick.
See this video for more information and how to fight the flu. Faculty, staff and students can receive a flu shot at the University Health Center weekdays 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Preparing for the Holidays
During the Thanksgiving holiday season, take extra precautions, especially if you are hosting events and/or traveling:
  • Stay away from those who are ill.
  • If you are sick, stay home to avoid contact with others and do not attend school, work, meetings or events. 
  • Clean commonly touched surfaces.
  • Do not share food, utensils, drinks, lipstick or other items with others. 
  • If you are hosting events, remind people that they should remain home if they are sick or have any COVID-19-related symptoms. If you or others are not feeling well, cancel the gathering or do not attend. 
  • Consider taking a COVID-19 test 3-5 days after any gatherings, and encourage your guests to do the same.
  • Do not travel if you have been exposed to COVID-19, you are sick, or if you test positive for COVID-19.
Featured FAQ: Does Mississippi have Certificates of COVID-19 Vaccination? Mississippi Certificates of COVID-19 Vaccination are now available electronically through MyIR. MyIR is a free, convenient service for reviewing and printing all your family’s immunization records, including COVID-19 vaccination. Full details: https://msdh.ms.gov/myIR
News Stories and Resources 
  • CDC Expands Eligibility for COVID-19 Booster Shots to All Adults (CDC)
  • Safer Ways to Celebrate Holidays (CDC)
  • Keep COVID-19 away from your holiday gathering (MSDH)
  • ‘Understand that risk exists’: Experts explain how to approach the holidays (CNN)
  • Welcoming family into your home for Thanksgiving? Here’s how to keep COVID out (NPR)
  • Gratefulness is possible, even in a pandemic (UMMC News)
COVID-19 Data
  • MSDH reported the following information for COVID-19 cases in Mississippi (as of Nov. 22):
    • 265 new cases, 13 new deaths and 21 long-term care facilities outbreaks.
  • Mississippi Vaccination Report (as of Nov. 23):
    • 3,180,453 total doses administered; 1,593,926 people receiving at least one dose; and 1,401,862 people fully vaccinated.
    • Lafayette County: 62,676 Total Doses Administered; 27,614 People Fully Vaccinated, 51% of Total Population Fully Vaccinated.
Quick Links
  • UM Vaccine Information Page
  • UM confirmed COVID-19 cases among employees and students
  • UM COVID-19 Dashboard
  • Results from University-Oxford Depot testing

Wednesday, November 18, 2021 COVID-19 Updates

· Nov 18, 2021 ·

Upcoming Pfizer Vaccine Clinics at Johnson Commons:

  • Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-12 noon: Make 11/19 Pfizer appointment
  • Nov. 30, 1-3 p.m.: Make 11/30 Pfizer appointment
A tremendous THANK YOU to the volunteer faculty, staff, and students who have been staffing our on-campus vaccine clinics and administering COVID-19 vaccines since February. Please note that Nov. 30 is the last scheduled on-campus vaccine clinic. Those who still need one or more doses may walk in to University Health Services weekdays 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. when the university is open to receive a vaccination. A list of local vaccine clinics is also on UM’s vaccination webpage. 


To meet the Jan. 4 deadline to submit a vaccination record, employees and student employees would need to receive vaccine doses by these dates:
  • Moderna: first dose by Dec. 6, second dose by Jan. 3.
  • Pfizer: first dose by Dec. 13, second dose by Jan. 3.
  • Johnson & Johnson: single dose by Jan. 3.
Test Before Turkey! COVID-19 Testing Offered Ahead of Thanksgiving Break
Upcoming FREE COVID-19 testing is available to symptomatic or asymptomatic students, faculty and staff at the University-Oxford Depot on campus:
  • Thursday, Nov. 18, 3-7 p.m.
  • Friday, Nov. 19, 3-7 p.m.
  • Sunday, Nov. 21, 12 noon-4 p.m.
  • Monday, Nov. 22, 3-7 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Nov. 23, 3-7 p.m.
See more details here. To schedule your test:
  1. Text “2020” to 833-991-3009 OR click on this link: http://86borders.com/l/68415e8f
  2. Complete the Testing Intake Form
  3. You will receive a confirmation # to present at the testing site
  4. Show up (with your University-affiliated ID) any day, any time during testing hours that week.
Status of Mississippi’s COVID-19 State of Emergency
After initially announcing the end of Mississippi’s State of Emergency earlier this month, Gov. Tate Reeves extended the State of Emergency another eight days until Saturday, Nov. 20.
“With more than 3,000,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine having been administered in Mississippi and with COVID-19 infections and resulting hospitalizations being effectively managed, it’s time to end the State of Emergency,” Gov. Reeves said. “The additional eight-day extension will provide state agencies with ample time to prepare for the State of Emergency’s termination.”


Stay Home if You’re Sick
Know the symptoms of the flu and the symptoms of COVID so you can determine when you need to stay home AND seek medical attention.


Featured FAQ: Is there an increase in flu this year?

According to the CDC, the most recent FluView reports increases in flu activity that indicate we are in the early stages of the 2021-2022 flu season. On campus, University Health Services is seeing a spike in patients with flu-like symptoms. While flu activity remains low nationally, an increase of influenza A(H3N2) viruses has been detected in recent weeks. The majority of cases nationally have been found in young adults and children, who are commonly the drivers of community spread of flu. CDC also has received anecdotal reports of flu outbreaks among young adults, possibly attending colleges and universities in several states.


The occurrence or timing of these recent flu outbreaks is typical. Flu activity often starts to increase in October, peaks in February and can last into May. The recent outbreaks and associated increasing detection of H3N2 viruses are notable because they represent the first significant flu activity of the 2021-2022 season (and the first since March 2020). This increase in flu activity as the holiday season is about to begin underscores the importance of flu vaccination.
Faculty, staff and students can receive a flu shot at the University Health Center weekdays 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
News Stories and Resources
  • All vaccinated adults could soon be eligible for a Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot (NPR)
  • Should I mix or match my booster shot? (NYT)
  • Pfizer files for U.S. authorization of promising COVID-19 antiviral pill (Reuters)
  • COVID-19 vaccination offers kids extra layer of protection, pediatricians say (UMMC)
  • Preparing for the holidays? Don’t forget rapid tests for COVID-19 (Harvard Health Publishing)
  • Information for people traveling within the United States and U.S. Territories (CDC)
COVID-19 Data
  • MSDH reported the following information for COVID-19 cases in Mississippi (as of Nov. 16):
    • 225 new cases, 2 new deaths and 25 long-term care facilities outbreaks.
  • Mississippi Vaccination Report (as of Nov. 16):
    • 3,125,035 total doses administered; 1,579,513 people receiving at least one dose; and 1,396,264 people fully vaccinated.
    • Lafayette County: 61,818 Total Doses Administered; 27,486 People Fully Vaccinated, 51% of Total Population Fully Vaccinated.
Quick Links
  • UM Vaccine Information Page
  • UM confirmed COVID-19 cases among employees and students 
  • UM COVID-19 Dashboard
  • Results from University-Oxford Depot testing

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 COVID-19 Updates

· Nov 11, 2021 ·

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for Employees
Faculty, staff and student employees received a message on Monday that outlined the latest federal guidance requiring employees to receive both shots of a two-dose vaccine, or one shot of a one-dose vaccine, by Jan. 4, 2022. Read the complete message.
  • Employee vaccine mandate information
  • FAQs
  • Submit your vaccination record
  • UM COVID Medical Exemption Request Form
  • UM COVID Religious Exemption Request Form
  • Ask HR and EORC about submitting vaccination records and requesting medical and religious exemptions (requires UM login)  
Upcoming Pfizer Vaccine Clinics at Johnson Commons:
  • Nov. 17, 9 a.m.-12 noon: Make 11/17 Pfizer appointment
  • Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-12 noon: Make 11/19 Pfizer appointment
  • Nov. 30, 1-3 p.m.: Make 11/30 Pfizer appointment
COVID-19 Testing
On campus, 6 days a week
FREE COVID-19 testing for symptomatic or asymptomatic students, faculty, and staff at the University-Oxford Depot on campus Monday-Friday from 3-7 p.m., and this Sunday from 12 noon-4 p.m. See the full schedule and more details here. To schedule your test:
  1. Text “2020” to 833-991-3009 OR click on this link: http://86borders.com/l/68415e8f
  2. Complete the Testing Intake Form
  3. You will receive a confirmation # to present at the testing site
  4. Show up (with your University-affiliated ID) any day, any time during testing hours that week. 
National Nurse Practitioner Week / National Radiologic Technology Week
This week is National Nurse Practitioner Week and National Radiologic Technology Week, annual events to celebrate exceptional health care providers. At the University of Mississippi, we celebrate our nurse practitioners and radiology techs as integral members of the university team who go above and beyond to serve our campus community. Thank you to Jeni Bond, Caitlyn Cunningham, Lauren Durham, Miele Hudspeth, Kay Johnson, Corey Mauldin, and Millie Wright for your contributions, care, dedication and service.


Featured FAQ: Do I need the flu shot if I’ve had the COVID-19 vaccine? Will the shots interfere with each other?
According to the American Lung Association, the flu and COVID-19 are different diseases, so you need both vaccines to be protected from each one. A flu shot triggers the development of a strengthened immune response to protect against influenza. And a COVID-19 vaccine triggers a strengthened immune response to protect against COVID-19. The ALA points out that vaccines are like keys to locks. Each vaccine is like a “key” that “unlocks” a strengthened immune response to each specific virus. There is no “master key” that works for all viruses, so getting vaccinated against both infectious diseases will help keep you healthy. Getting the flu shot will not counteract the effects of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Faculty, staff and students can stop by the University Health Center weekdays 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. to get a flu shot.


News Stories and Resources
  • Army officer, former football player returns to UM to talk vaccines (Ole Miss News)
  • Department of the Air Force nears 97% AD vaccination rate (Air Force Public Affairs)
  • Here’s why rapid COVID tests are so expensive and hard to find (ProPublica)
  • Beginning Nov. 8, MSDH is scheduling COVID-19 vaccinations for children 5 to 11 years old
  • Analysis: COVID-19 pills are coming, but no substitute for vaccines, disease experts say (Reuters)
  • The U.S. Is reopening. Here’s what travelers need to know about testing, boosters and more (NYT) 
  • COVID-19 vaccines for children and teens (CDC)
  • Non-U.S. citizen, Non-U.S. immigrants: Air travel to the United States (CDC)
  • When are masks most useful? COVID cases offer hints (Nature)
  • Pfizer and BioNTech seek FDA authorization for Covid-19 vaccine booster for all adults (CNN)
  • NIH director urges vaccinated Americans to get Covid booster shots to curb breakthrough infections over holidays (CNBC)
  • AMA, CDC, Ad Council urge flu vaccinations amid COVID-19 concerns (AMA)
COVID-19 Data
  • MSDH reported the following information for COVID-19 cases in Mississippi (as of Nov. 9):
    • 299 new cases, 4 new deaths and 25 long-term care facilities outbreaks.
  • Mississippi Vaccination Report (as of Nov. 10):
    • 3,078,810 total doses administered; 1,566,049 people receiving at least one dose; and 1,386,880 people fully vaccinated.
    • Lafayette County: 61,048 Total Doses Administered; 27,380 People Fully Vaccinated, 51% of Total Population Fully Vaccinated.
Quick Links
  • UM Vaccine Information Page
  • UM confirmed COVID-19 cases among employees and students
  • UM COVID-19 Dashboard
  • Results from University-Oxford Depot testing

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 COVID-19 Updates

· Nov 4, 2021 ·

Update on Deadline for COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for Employees

Chancellor Boyce sent a message Tuesday to faculty, staff and student employees to share clarified guidance issued by federal officials that permits the university to allow unvaccinated employees to continue to work after the Dec. 8 vaccination deadline “through a limited period of counseling and education.” Under the new guidance, employees do not need to be removed from the workplace unless these efforts result in “continued noncompliance.” Consistent with the latitude provided by the new guidance, university employees who are not fully vaccinated as of Dec. 8 will be allowed to continue working for the limited period referenced above and will not be placed on a leave of absence. Read the complete message. See FAQs for additional information.

How to Submit Your Vaccination Record

Employees must provide the university with proof that they have been fully vaccinated. The vaccination record must be uploaded to the vaccination record website by Nov. 24. The vaccination record must include verification of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or the second dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. Employees should not submit the record until the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or the second dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine has been administered.

  • Link to submit your vaccination record: https://forms.olemiss.edu/vaccination-record
  • Steps for uploading your vaccinated health record: https://hr.olemiss.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/93/UploadingVacRecord.pdf

You must submit a picture of your vaccine card, no matter where you were vaccinated. The submission portal is secure and confidential. The document will be handled as sensitive and confidential, and it will not be intermingled with Employee Health records. The vaccination record will be reviewed for legibility and employees will be alerted via olemiss.edu email if the image is deemed invalid.

If you cannot recall your single-sign on login information, visit the IT Helpdesk at 100 Weir Hall with a picture ID.

If you need a replacement vaccination card, visit the MS State Department of Health (MSDH) website and login to or create an account with MyIR (My Immunization Records) to print your immunization record.

How to Request a Medical or Religious Exemption

To prevent delays in processing requests for medical or religious exemptions and enable the university to be in compliance with the Executive Order, requests for an exemption must be filed by Wednesday, Nov. 17. The submission portal for exemption requests is secure and confidential. Documents will be handled as sensitive and confidential. Instead of uploading, you can print the form, complete it, and hand deliver it to EORC, 120 Lester Hall.

Medical exemption

Requests for medical exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination will be evaluated by a panel to determine whether the employee’s request meets the exemption requirements. Medical exemptions will be evaluated based on medical considerations. In accordance with Executive Order guidance, requests will be handled according to the same process as a disability accommodation and reviewed under applicable legal standards for reasonable accommodation requests absent undue hardship to the University.

  • UM COVID Medical Exemption Request Form
  • Once completed by you and your health care provider, the request can be submitted using the university’s secure Box folder system at this link: Box File Upload for Exemption Form.

Religious exemption

Requests for exemption based on religious belief will be considered and decided by a panel of decision-makers that is coordinated by the University of Mississippi’s Equal Opportunity and Regulatory Compliance (EORC) office. To be eligible for an exemption, you must first establish that your request is based upon a sincerely held belief that is religious in nature. An exemption is based on whether the request meets the requirements to be exempt from the vaccine requirements, and will not be granted if the reasons are based upon personal preference, concerns about the possible effects of the vaccine, or political opinions.

  • UM COVID Religious Exemption Request Form
  • Once you have completed the form, it can be submitted using the university’s secure Box folder system. Follow this link: Box File Upload for Exemption Form.

Pfizer and J&J COVID-19 On-Campus Vaccine Clinics Scheduled

All vaccine clinics will be held at Johnson Commons.

Upcoming Pfizer vaccine clinics

Nov. 9, 1-3 p.m.: Make 11/9 Pfizer appointment.
Nov. 17, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.: Make 11/17 Pfizer appointment.
Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.: Make 11/19 Pfizer appointment.
Nov. 30, 1-3 p.m.: Make 11/30 Pfizer appointment.

Upcoming Johnson & Johnson vaccine clinics

Nov. 4, 2-4 p.m.: Make 11/4 J&J appointment.
Nov. 5, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.: Make 11/5 J&J appointment.

COVID-19 Testing

On campus, 6 days a week

The university continues to offer FREE COVID-19 testing for symptomatic or asymptomatic students, faculty, and staff at the University-Oxford Depot on campus Monday-Friday from 3-7 p.m., and this Sunday from 12 noon-4 p.m. See the full schedule and more details here. To schedule your test:

  1. Text “2020” to 833-991-3009 OR click on this link: http://86borders.com/l/68415e8f
  2. Complete the Testing Intake Form
  3. You will receive a confirmation # to present at the testing site
  4. Show up (with your University-affiliated ID) any day, any time during testing hours that week.

Additionally, the University Health Center continues to offer COVID testing on campus. Call Student Health at (662) 915-7274 or Employee Health at (662) 915-6550 to schedule a test.

Oxford/Lafayette County

MSDH offers FREE testing at the Oxford Conference Center Monday through Friday. More info and available appointments are posted here. Or, you can see this list of clinics around town that offer COVID testing.

Featured FAQ: What does it mean to be fully vaccinated to comply with the Executive Order?

An individual is considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-shot series, such as the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as the J&J/Janssen vaccine.

News Stories and Resources

  • CDC recommends pediatric COVID-19 vaccine for children 5 to 11 years (CDC)
  • Vaccination offers higher protection than previous COVID-19 infection (CDC)
  • Monoclonal antibodies can prevent serious COVID-19 illness (MSDH)
  • All COVID-19 vaccine booster types now available in Mississippi (MS Today)
  • Pharmacy Health Services provides care and resources during pandemic (Ole Miss News)

COVID-19 Data

  • MSDH reported the following information for COVID-19 cases in Mississippi (as of Nov. 2):
    • 395 new cases, 6 new deaths and 30 long-term care facilities outbreaks.
  • Mississippi Vaccination Report (as of Nov. 3):
    • 3,027,848 total doses administered; 1,554,185 people receiving at least one dose; and 1,381,357 people fully vaccinated.
    • Lafayette County: 60,111 Total Doses Administered; 27,290 People Fully Vaccinated, 51% of Total Population Fully Vaccinated.
  • UMMC COVID-19 Patient Status (as of 11/2)

Quick Links

  • UM Vaccine Information Page
  • UM confirmed COVID-19 cases among employees and students
  • UM COVID-19 Dashboard
  • Results from University-Oxford Depot testing

 

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