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COVID19 2021-08-09 Vaccine Update: COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Coming Up Around Tompkins County

The Tompkins County Health Department is notifying the community of several upcoming COVID-19 vaccination clinics. Vaccine is readily available in Tompkins County, and TCHD urges all individuals aged 12+ to get vaccinated.  

 

Tompkins County Health Department is offering the following clinics:  

Thị Trấn Ithaca

Ithaca Free Clinic, with REACH Medical 

Thành Phố Ithaca 

Newfield

  • Newfield High School, Cafeteria, 247 Main Street, Newfield
  • Wednesday, August 18 from 3:00pm – 6:00pm  
  • Ages 12 and older 
  • Vaccine: Pfizer (1st dose) 
  • For minors under 18, a parent or guardian is required to identify the minor and provide consent
  • Register for an appointment: https://tompkinscountyny.gov/health/covid19popup#newfield-aug18

Dr. William Klepack, Tompkins County Medical Director, stated, “In Tompkins County, 77% of residents age 18+ have received their first vaccination dose. Vaccine is proving to be effective at preventing severe illness from COVID-19.” 

“Vaccine is readily available in our community. If you or your friends and family have not yet been vaccinated, now is the time. Please check our website, go to a local pharmacy, or call 2-1-1 to learn how to get vaccinated,” reminded Dr. Klepack. 

Information about local clinics can be found on the TCHD website.  

Individuals without computer and/or internet access may also call 2-1-1 (877-211-8667) during regular business hours 8:30am-5:00pm to be registered over the phone. 

NYS State-run Vaccination Sites are offering vaccine to all eligible age groups. Appointments can be scheduled on the NYS Department of Health website. Local pharmacies and medical offices may have vaccine available.

For local updates and information, check the TCHD website

The Tompkins County Health Department is your partner for a healthy community. Find us online at TompkinsCountyNY.gov/health, and follow us on Facebook at Facebook.com/TompkinsPublicHealth and on Twitter at @TompkinsHealth.

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