Covid-19 and the Queer Community
As of September 2023, the CDC authorized updated Covid-19 vaccines to better protect against circulating variants. If you have not received this updated vaccine, you are no longer fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Click the link above to learn more! Updated vaccines are available at most pharmacies and through our monthly Health Clinics.
Of the population of Staunton has received the 2023-2024 Covid-19 vaccine, according to VDH records. This drops to 10% for Augusta County.
17%
Proper ventilation in indoor spaces is a key tool to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Ensuring proper ventilation with outside air can reduce the concentration of airborne contaminants. Click the link above to learn more about proper ventilation and how .
Vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself from Covid-19 infection and severity. It is imperative to stay up to date on vaccines. The Center offers free Covid-19 vaccines at our Community Health Clinics every third Tuesday of the month from 2-6 pm. Click through to learn more about myths & facts of Covid-19 vaccines.
We are collecting stories to highlight the unique impacts of the pandemic on our queer community, and why this conversation still matters. Click through to see submitted stories or share your own.
85%
Of gay/lesbian adults have recieved at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, compared to 76% of straight and bi adults.
of trans adults report experiencing long covid symptoms
1 in 10 cases of Covid-19 will result in long Covid, a collection of lingering symptoms that can affect multiple organ systems. Long Covid disproportionately effects bi and trans folks, mirroring larger health disparities. Staying up to date on Covid-19 vaccination can lower your risk of contracting Long Covid. Click through to learn more.
for both communities.
27%
According to an April 2024 study, transgender and bisexual adults were over represented in adults experiencing Long Covid, nearly
What should you do if you test positive for Covid-19? There are at-home treatments available to help prevent severe illness in high-risk patients. Follow this link to learn more about available treatments, as well as where you can find them.
Staying up to date on Covid-19 levels in your community can help you make informed decisions about your risk level. With the end of the public health emergency, many platforms that track Covid-19 levels have been retired. You can still find information about transmission rates on the VDH website.
3 out of 4
trans people report experiencing anxiety and depression during the pandemic.
The pandemic has had a disproportionate affect on the mental health of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as increasing existing feelings of loneliness and isolation. Click here to find LGBTQ+ affirming mental health practitioners.
As part of our Health and Wellness fairs, we have collected resources for adults 55+, BIPOC folks, and the trans community. You can find those below!
Additional Questions?
The Virginia Department of Health is maintaining a Covid-19 information center.
1-877-VAX-IN-VA (1-877-829-4682)
Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm
“This project is supported by the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases of
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as part of a financial assistance award totaling
$77,125,694 to the Virginia Department of Health, with 100 percent funded by the National
Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases of the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention. The contents are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official
views of the CDC or the U.S. Government.”