Vaccination cards are not hard to forge. A trending diary today showed that anti-vaxxers are using fake vaccination documents to skirt vaccination requirements, and we know this is hardly an isolated case. And as much as the MAGA crowd rails about the evils of “vaccine passports”, they are a common sense way of controlling the pandemic. Proof of vaccination is becoming a requirement for a growing number of businesses and employment.
I recently learned that, here in my home state of New Jersey, the need for reliable proof of vaccination is being addressed by a new mobile app called Docket. Docket has partnered with the state so they can access vaccination records and download them to the mobile phones of those who’ve received the shot. The app documents the dates of the shots, which vaccine was given, and even the lot numbers.
It took me about 5 minutes to download the app and get it set up. It’s available on both Google Play and the Apple Store.
While this app is specific to New Jersey, it’s a good bet that other states either have similar apps or will have one in the not too distant future. A quick Google search showed me that New York has such an app called Excelsior.
There are also apps designed for travel. One is called CommonPass. Another is VeriFly. The Clear app, used for security purposes, has added a vaccine passport feature. At some point, perhaps there will be a universal app that everyone can use worldwide.
I encourage everyone to find out what kind of vaccine passport is available in their state. It’s a great feeling to be vaccinated. It’s also a great feeling to be able to prove it.