Hy-Vee Now Offering Free Moderna and Janssen (J&J) COVID-19 Booster
Vaccines to Eligible Individuals at Hy-Vee Pharmacy Locations
CDC recommendations allow for mix and match dosing for booster shots
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Oct. 21, 2021) — Hy-Vee, Inc. announces today that free Moderna and Janssen (J&J)
COVID-19 vaccine booster doses are now available at Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations across its eight-state region.
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend a
Moderna booster dose for the following Moderna vaccine recipients at least 6 months after their second vaccine
dose:
 Long-term care facility residents
 Individuals ages 65+
 Individuals ages 18+ with underlying medical conditions,(as outlined by the CDC)
 Individuals ages 18-64 years who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because
of occupational or institutional setting
They also recommend a booster dose for all Janssen vaccine recipients ages 18 and older at least 2 months after
their first vaccine dose.
It is strongly recommended that individuals schedule their COVID-19 vaccination in advance by visiting
www.hy-vee.com/covidvaccine.
The booster vaccines are free to all eligible patients, regardless of their insurance coverage.
There are now booster recommendations for all three available COVID-19 vaccines. Eligible individuals may
choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose providing they follow the booster timeline of their primary
vaccine manufacturer (Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna: at least 6 months after the second dose; Janssen: at least
2 months after the second dose). Some people may have a preference for the vaccine type that they originally
received, and others may prefer to get a different booster. The CDC’s recommendations now allow for this type
of mix and match dosing for booster shots.
Currently, the Moderna vaccine primary series (doses 1 and 2) is authorized for individuals 18 years of age and
older. The second dose of the Moderna vaccine should be administered at least 28 days after the first dose. A
booster dose of the Moderna vaccine should be administered at least 6 months after the second dose.
Currently, the Janssen (J&) primary dose is authorized for individuals 18 years of age and older. A booster dose
of the J&J vaccine should be administered at least 2 months after the primary dose.
Individuals receiving a COVID-19 first, second, booster or third dose can receive their flu shot during the same
appointment by requesting it with the pharmacy team.
It is recommended (but not required) that vaccine recipients bring the following to their appointment: insurance
card (if they have insurance) and Medicare Part B red, white and blue card (if Medicare recipient); photo ID; and
their COVID-19 vaccination record card. Masks are required. If individuals do not have insurance, they can still
be vaccinated. Individuals receiving a COVID-19 booster or third dose will need to self-attest to their eligibility.
Individuals will NOT be required to show documentation to prove eligibility.
Hy-Vee is currently offering $10 Hy-Vee gift cards to patients who complete their COVID-19 vaccination,
including eligible vaccine recipients who receive their COVID-19 booster, with Hy-Vee between June 1-Nov. 1,
2021.
For more information about COVID-19 vaccines, visit www.hy-vee.com/covidvaccine.

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Oct. 22, 2021) — Hy-Vee, Inc. announces today a consumer advisory regarding the onion recall that is occurring nationwide. Hy-Vee was recently notified by its supplier Capitol City Fruit that in August the grocer had received a shipment onions that are part of the recall. The potentially impacted onions would have been sold at Hy-Vee stores between Aug. 13 and Sept. 1, 2021.

The only affected products sold at Hy-Vee stores were three-pound bags of yellow onions, available for purchase from Aug. 13 to Sept. 1, 2021.

The affected onions are no longer available at any Hy-Vee stores; however, consumers may have product remaining in storage or freezers, or in canned or frozen goods produced with the affected onions. Out of an abundance of caution, Hy-Vee advises consumers to discard any affected product or return the product to their local Hy-Vee store for a full refund.

Additional information on the recall is available on the Food & Drug Administration’s page.

Consumers with questions may contact Hy-Vee Customer Care representatives 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-800-772-4098.

Now that the CDC has approved booster shots of the Moderna and J&J vaccines for higher risk individuals, Henry County Public Health will begin hosting off-site vaccine clinics by appointment. To view available clinic dates and make an appointment please visit HealthyHenryCounty.org/covid or call 319-385-0779. They will only have the Moderna and J&J vaccine available and will continue to add clinics as needed to meet demand. They are not accepting names for a waitlist or walk-in appointments.

The CDC has approved a booster dose for people who have received their second dose of Moderna or Pfizer at least 6 months ago that also fall into the following categories: people age 65 and older, age 18+ who live in long-term care settings, age 18+ who have underlying medical conditions, and age 18+ who live or work in high-risk settings (e.g., healthcare workers, first responders, teachers, manufacturing workers, grocery store workers). Everyone who received a Johnson & Johnson vaccine is approved to receive a booster dose at least two months after their initial shot. The CDC has also approved the ability to receive a different brand of vaccine for your booster dose if desired.

COVID-19 vaccination protects you and your community. The more people who get vaccinated, the lower the infection rate among the general population — protecting people who are most at risk from severe COVID-19. If you still need your first or second shot, you may also make an appointment at one of these upcoming vaccine clinics. There is no cost, no insurance needed, and language interpretation is available. For more information about COVID-19 including quarantine guidance, please visit HealthyHenryCounty.org/covid.

In the interest of keeping Henry County residents informed, the Henry County Sheriff’s office has requested KILJ post the daily jail count. During the jail referendum campaign it was publicized that the jail would be able to house additional inmates from surrounding counties and this would generate revenue for Henry County.

Date:   ____10-22-2021_____

JAIL COUNT

  22_    Henry County Inmates

 38_    Out of County Contract Inmates              

 60   TOTAL

The temperatures are dropping, and we all know what’s coming next. With another winter season just around the corner, the Iowa Department of Transportation is focused on keeping the roads as clear as possible and giving motorists the information they need to make smarter, safer travel decisions.

Our people and equipment

The department’s 101 maintenance garages employ 1,083 full-time equipment operators, mechanics, and supervisors, as well as hiring up to 633 temporary employees each winter season, to keep the agency’s 902 trucks, 42 motor graders, 32 tow plows, and 11 heavy-duty, self-propelled snowblowers on the road during winter weather.

For those interested in temporary, part-time snowfighter positions, go to https://iowadot.gov/careers and click on the “seasonal/temp” tab.

The materials we use

The Iowa DOT has spent the warmer months stocking salt in our storage facilities for use during the winter. Buying during the spring and summer allows us to obtain better pricing because demand is low. On average, the Iowa DOT uses more than 156,636 tons of salt and nearly 33 million gallons of brine each year to help maintain safe travel on the primary highway system, consisting of interstate, U.S., and Iowa routes.

The Iowa DOT primarily uses salt brine, a simple solution of standard rock salt and water, to help with winter roadway maintenance. It can be used to pretreat roadways before a storm, thus preventing snow and ice from bonding to the pavement. Brine is also used to prewet salt before it leaves the truck, increasing its ability to melt snow and ice and helps keep it on the roadway surface.

You may wonder why Iowa DOT trucks sometimes spray brine on sunny days. Frost is a major safety factor this time of year. The Iowa DOT’s proactive approach of spraying brine on areas prone to frost prevents the formation of an icy layer, which typically occurs on cold, clear nights. Frost is hard to see on the road’s surface and most people don’t expect it. These unexpected encounters with a frost-covered bridge or roadway can be particularly treacherous when traveling at higher rates of speed, making it more difficult to maintain control of your vehicle.

What you can do to prepare for the months ahead

Winterize your vehicle. To minimize the possibility of a breakdown, get your vehicle tuned up. Check your vehicle’s wipers, hoses, battery, alternator, belts, tires, brakes, exhaust system, lights, and fluid levels. Make sure your vehicle’s heater and defroster are in good working order and you travel with plenty of gas in your tank. A breakdown is frustrating on a good day but can be dangerous during wintery weather.

Place a winter survival kit in your vehicle. This kit should contain items to help sustain your life and the lives of your passengers should your vehicle become stranded during inclement weather. These items can include booster cables; a flashlight with fresh batteries; extra blankets and warm clothes; nonperishable, high-calorie food items; candles, matches, and a can for melting snow for drinking water; and a snow shovel. Sufficient supplies should be in the kit for all persons traveling in the vehicle. Carrying a mobile phone and charger in your vehicle is also advised for use during an emergency.

Use technology to help make better travel decisions

The winter road conditions layer is now visible on www.511ia.org. This layer, along with layers that show images directly from the windshields of our snowplows and stationary cameras along the roadside, can help you determine whether it is safe to travel now or if you should postpone your trip.

 Kick your winter driving skills into gear

The first snowfall and slick roads are a quick reminder that it’s time to re-evaluate and adjust your driving behaviors.

1. Wear your seat belt. Every trip, every time.
2. Turn off the cruise control. Cruise control does not allow you to let off the accelerator if you hit a slick spot, making it more difficult to maintain control of your vehicle.
3. Adjust your speed for conditions. Speed limits are set for ideal driving conditions. Winter weather can create hazards that require slower speeds. Remember these simple slogans, “Ice and Snow … Take It Slow” and “Don’t Crowd the Plow.”
4. Take it easy. On slick pavements your driving maneuvers need to be gradual and smooth, so you do not skid or spin.  Change lanes or turn with graceful movements, begin braking sooner gently increasing pressure on the pedal, and give yourself more room around other cars to allow for everyone’s reduced ability to stop or maneuver.

For more information about winter preparedness and the Iowa DOT’s snow and ice control program, check the Iowa DOT’s winter safety website.

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