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Vaccinations through Skagit County Public Health

Eligible: Those 65 and older

Skagit County Public started providing COVID-19 vaccine Jan. 26 at the County Fairgrounds to eligible persons.

Phase 1a and Phase 1b-Tier 1 eligibility is:

Those 65 years and older.

Workers in health care settings.

High risk first responders.

Residents and staff of nursing homes and community-based, congregate living settings where most individuals over 65 years of age are receiving assistance.

People 50 years and older who live in multigenerational households.

Appointments are limited to those who qualify under Phase 1a and Phase 1b-Tier 1. Vaccine is available by appointment only. Appointments are made online. No walk-ups.

Vaccine availability will depend on adequate supply provided by the federal and state government.

The vaccine roll-out takes time to coordinate. Staff appreciate your patience.

To find eligibility: www.findyourphasewa.org.

To make an appointment: https://prepmod.doh.wa.gov/.

Source: Skagit County Public Health

 

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