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​​​This information is no longer accurate and is for historical purposes only. For the latest on COVID-19 Vaccines, please visit the Get the Facts on Vaccines page.​​​​

Federal Retail Pharmacy Program – Vaccine Appointments

June 20, 2022

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Safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines are now available to everyone aged 6 months and older.

Families can schedule an appointment for their children to receive a COVID-19 vaccine in select pharmacy locations. By law, pharmacies can independently vaccinate children 3 and older and can vaccinate children under 3 if they work in partnership with another provider. However, this varies by pharmacy. Please contact your local pharmacy to see which ages they vaccinate. Find a vaccine near you through MyTurn, by calling (833) 422-5255, or through Vaccines.gov. You can also find an appointment direct through your local pharmacy, see the links below to book. Most pharmacies are accepting walk-ins and same-day appointments.

The Federal Retail Pharmacy Program has been activated with all participating pharmacy partners who are offering COVID-19 vaccines in most of their store locations.


​Originally published on March 2, 2021
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