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VA offering COVID-19 vaccine booster for immunocompromised individuals

The Department of Veterans Affairs has started ad- recommended booster shots. Veterans who received a Dentistry For Children
ministering Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine boosters Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine outside of VA, and Specializing in dentistry for children of all ages, including those with special needs.
under Emergency Use Authorization. persons who received a Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine in VA for
This decision follows the Food and Drug Administra- whom we don’t have records of their high-risk condition, Board Certified Pediatric Dentists Special ServiceS
tion’s authorization and Centers for Disease Control and will need to contact their local VA facility for information Dr. Jon P. Galea • Nitrous Oxide
Prevention recommendation for a booster dose of Pfizer- about how they can receive their booster shot. • Sedation
BioNTech vaccine to: CDC advises that people can get both the COVID-19 Dr. Elizabeth J. McGee • Hospital Dentistry
• People 65 years and older and residents in long-term vaccine and flu vaccine at the same time. Veterans receiv-
care settings should receive a booster shot of Pfizer-Bi- ing care at VASNHS who wish to get a booster shot can 702-853-7322 Most insurances accepted.
oNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine at least 6 months after their get both shots together during the same visit.
Pfizer-BioNTech primary series. Currently, only the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has been www.pediatricdentalcareassociates.com • 6365 Simmons St., Suite 100 • North Las Vegas • Located at the SW corner of Aliante and Centennial Parkway
• People aged 50–64 years with underlying medical con- Courtesy photograph authorized as a booster shot. FDA and CDC continue to
ditions should receive a booster shot of Pfizer-BioNTech’s an opportunity to maximize their protection, continuing review data to determine whether and when a booster
COVID-19 vaccine at least 6 months after their Pfizer- our work to keep people safe and save lives during the might be recommended for recipients of the Moderna
BioNTech primary series. COVID-19 pandemic.” and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines. VA will Mil i t a r y & Ve te r a n Gol f l e s s o ns
Military & Veteran Golf lessons
• People aged 18–49 years with underlying medical The safety and care of veterans is VASNHS’ top priority, plan to offer boosters of these vaccines if authorized and PLUMBER AND PIPEFITTER & HVAC/SERVICE TECHNICIAN
conditions may receive a booster shot of Pfizer-BioNTech’s as well as ensuring the health and welfare of its workforce. recommended. 20% Discount
COVID-19 vaccine at least 6 months after their Pfizer- Vaccines will be offered to veterans receiving care at VASNHS is also continuing to reach out to veterans for Military APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES
BioNTech primary series, based on their individual ben- VASNHS and employees, prioritizing those persons who who have not yet been vaccinated. Even without a booster, and Veterans
efits and risk. are 65 and older, residents of long-term care facilities, and COVID-19 vaccination offers excellent protection and The Pipe Trades Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee sponsored by the UA Local #525 Plumbers/
• People aged 18-64 years who are at increased risk for people 50-64 years with underlying conditions. As supply makes it 10 times less likely to be hospitalized or die from
COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occu- and capacity permits, VA will offer booster doses to all COVID-19. Pipefitters and the Mechanical Contractors Association of Las Vegas will accept applications for the
pational or institutional setting may receive a booster shot other veterans, spouses, caregivers and CHAMPVA recipi- Individuals who would like to schedule an appointment Plumbers and Pipefitters and HVAC Apprenticeship programs November 1, 2021 through February 10,
of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine at least 6 months ents under the authority of the SAVE LIVES Act, which for their additional dose should call 702-791-9185. Both flu 2022 for the September 2022 school year. Applications will only be accepted the first 10 business
after their Pfizer-BioNTech primary series, based on their was signed into law in March 2021. The law expanded VA’s shots and COVID-19 vaccine booster appointments can Painted Desert Golf Course days of each month with the exception of any holidays. Applications must be filled out and submitted
individual benefits and risks. authority to offer vaccine to include veterans not tradition- be made for the same visit. Jim Gronnebek - Head Pro • 702 340-4465 in person at the Pipe Trades Training Center located at 750 Leigon Way. Applications are available
“These booster doses are an important step forward in ally eligible for VHA care, and others including spouses For the latest VA information about COVID-19 Monday through Thursday afternoons from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM only. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT
the fight against COVID-19,” said VA Secretary Denis Mc- and caregivers of veterans. booster shots and additional doses, visit https://www. BE ACCEPTED ON FRIDAYS. The deadline for applying is February 10, 2022. Applicants must
Donough. “With the authorization of the Pfizer-BioNTech Veterans who receive care with VASNHS and are due va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/booster-shots-and- OUR SCHOOL IS 97% MILITARY AND PUBLIC SAFETY FAMILIES have all required documents before receiving an application. You may only apply once per application
booster for eligible individuals, VA can provide veterans for booster shots will be contacted and advised of the additional-doses/. CROSSROADS period. This program is a minimum five-year commitment which does not guarantee employment. This is
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY not a job opportunity; it is a career path.
The sponsor will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race,
15% OFF color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) sexual orientation,

12 months old thru for Military Families genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years or
older. The sponsor will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and
junior kindergarten
We also offer Summer, Christmas and Spring Camps for 6 thru 12 year olds operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations,
“Opening Children’s Hearts and Minds Through Christ and Creativity” Part 30, as amended.
702-868-2767 • www.crossroadslv.org APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
(NO EXCEPTIONS)

1. Minimum age- 18 years. No maximum age limit.
2. Must possess the natural aptitudes essential to acquiring the skills of the trade.
Look for me! 3. Must be physically able to perform all work of the trade.

4. Must be legally residing in the United States, genuinely interested in learning the trade, and willing
to comply with all terms and conditions of the Apprenticeship Standards, Rules, and Regulations.
5. Possess a High School Diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or Certificate of High School Equivalency
6. Provide copies of the following documents at the time of application:
NO EXCEPTIONS
a. Birth Certificate or Passport
b. High School Diploma or a Certificate of High School Equivalency or G.E.D
c. Legible High School Transcripts from graduated High School or Certificate of High
School Transcripts if available.
702.646.9955 d. Photo ID- (A valid Driver’s license will be required if you are indentured into the
program)
877.917.7990 e. Social Security Card

f. Military DD-214 Release Papers and Military Transcripts (If Applicable)
10% g. Transcripts of Trade School, College, Work Investment Program etc. (optional)

MILITARY 7. Take a mandatory basic math exam administered by the Committee on the day assigned. *Please
DISCOUNT note: In order to test, you must have submitted the application and all the required documents.*
6.5” AD SPACE 8. Appear before the J.A.T.C. Committee for an oral interview.
9. All Applicants selected are subject to a Substance Abuse Test prior to being indentured into the
September 2022 Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprenticeship Program.
www.StorageWest.com Pipe Trades Training Center, 750 Leigon Way, Las Vegas, NV 89110 Phone: 702-459-3473