PIKE COUNTY, Ill. — The Pike County Health Department (PCHD) is currently vaccinating all individuals 12 years and older living and working in Pike County, Illinois.
Individuals 12 years and up, receiving the Pfizer vaccine should plan to return in 3-weeks for their 2nd vaccination.
Individuals 18 years and up, receiving the Moderna vaccine should plan to return in 4-weeks for their 2nd vaccination.
Individuals 18 years and up, receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine do not need to return.
Upcoming COVID-19 WALK-IN vaccination clinics for 1st, 2nd and booster doses will be on the following dates and times. No Appointment Needed.
Thursday, December 2nd 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Thursday, December 9th 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Thursday, December 16th 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Thursday, December 23rd 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Thursday, December 30th 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
A parent/guardian must accompany their child.
BOOSTER DOSE INFORMATION
On November 19th, the CDC expanded recommendations for booster doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
All adults ages 18 and older may receive a booster dose of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccine 6 months after the completion of their primary vaccine series.
The Johnson & Johnson vaccine booster can be received 2 months after their initial dose completion.
Please bring your COVID-19 vaccination card when returning for a booster vaccination.
THIRD DOSE INFORMATION
The CDC is recommending that moderately to severely immunocompromised people should receive an additional primary dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine to be considered fully vaccinated. This includes people who have:
- Been receiving active cancer treatment for tumors or cancers of the blood
- Received an organ transplant and are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
- Received a stem cell transplant within the last 2 years or are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
- Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as DiGeorge syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome)
- Advanced or untreated HIV infection
- Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids or other drugs that may suppress your immune response
People should talk to their healthcare provider about their medical condition, and whether getting an additional dose is appropriate for them.
Entrance to and parking for the vaccination clinic will be located in the gravel parking lot on the West side of the building, off of Adams Street. Watch for signs on where to enter the building.
A face covering is required to enter the building and there will be a 15 minute wait after receiving your vaccination.
To expedite your appointment, please print and complete the Vaccine Consent Form and bring with you.