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This page last updated: 11MAY2021
All adult groups are eligible to schedule a vaccine appointment now.
Teens age 12-15 are now eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine as of May 10th, 2021. Details below.
Pop-up J&J Clinic May 19:
LifePath Vaccine Clinic will take place Wednesday, May 19 from 4:00-7:00 PM
LifePath Christian Ministries is at 367 W. Market St. York, PA 17401. Appointments required. Call (717)472-8905 or (717)699-8445. Johnson and Johnson vaccines will be provided, so you’ll only need one shot. Immunity develops after 14+ days. Learn more about the different vaccines here.
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Updated 11 MAY 2021
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COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout in Pennsylvania
There are currently 3 vaccines being used in the United States. The first two are from the companies Pfizer and Moderna, each with its own two-shot schedule. The Janssen vaccine from Johnson & Johnson is a one-shot vaccine.
Vaccines from other companies are in the approval process.
PA is now in Phase 2 of the vaccination rollout. Find a full list of who is in each phase here. Group 2 includes all adults 18+.
Where can I get the vaccine?
Click to find the live map of provider locations across the US.
Appointments required at most locations (details below). A few locations may offer walk-in options, but you must return to the same location for your second shot if you get the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine.
New! May 10: The FDA has expanded the EUA for the Pfizer vaccine to include people aged 12-15. Read about the safety and efficacy study in the EUA here.
I don’t drive. How do I get to my appointment?
Help is available. After you have scheduled your vaccine appointment, you can contact Capital Area Transit (CAT) or RabbitTransit to arrange for transportation to and from your appointment location.
- Contact CAT at: 717-233-5657
- Contact RabbitTransit at: 1-800-632-9063
What does it cost?
There is no cost for the vaccine itself. Be sure to ask about any facility fees which may not be covered by insurance or Medicare.
I’ve had both shots. What do I do with my vaccination card?
Keep it somewhere safe! This is your record that you have been vaccinated. Staples stores will laminate your completed COVID-19 vaccine card for FREE. CDC suggests this is a great way to protect your card. Contact the Staples store closest to you for more information. www.staples.com/search
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PA Department of Health Hotline: 1-877-724-3258 Vaccine Providers in our region as of 11 May 2021 You must have an appointment at most locations. |
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WellSpan Health WellSpan’s COVID-19 appointment hotline is |
Geisinger Health |
| Giant Food Stores Pharmacy Visit their site: https://giantfoodstores.com/pages/tgc-vaccines *most stores are located in south central PA |
Rite Aid Pharmacy |
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Walgreens Pharmacy |
CVS Pharmacy Appointments available in the CVS app or on website. Visit https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine for more information on vaccines at CVS locations near you. |
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Weis Markets Pharmacy |
PA Dept of Health Interactive map link: https://www.health.pa.gov/topics/disease/coronavirus |
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Visit the York County COVID-19 Vaccine Website for information about vaccine availability in York County, PA. |
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Want to learn more about how the COVID-19 vaccine was developed, known safety and risk information, and FAQs?
Click here to go to our COVID-19 Vaccine: Learn Page.
Printables:
Vaccine Information for South-Central PA (one double sided sheet UPDATED 11 MAY 2021)
What To Expect At Your Vaccine Appointment (one double sided sheet)
What To Expect After the COVID-19 Vaccine Printable Sheet (one sheet)
Healthline: Understanding Opposition to Vaccine (3 single sided pages)
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