Curbside Vaccine Scheduled for May 5
The Adair County Health Department has scheduled another curbside vaccine clinic for 2-4 p.m. May 5 at 1001 S. Jamison in Kirksville. The clinic is open to all individuals age 18 and older who live or work in Missouri and who have not yet completed their COVID-19 vaccine series.
Anyone who has received any vaccine other than for COVID-19 within the past four weeks prior to the May 5 event should not sign up.
Residents interested in receiving the vaccine should sign up using the Sign-Up Genius link on the Adair County Health Department website homepage or Facebook page. Those who do not have internet access may register by calling 660.730.6100 or 660.730.6200.
Although there is no charge for the vaccine, Medicare beneficiaries are asked to bring their Medicare or Medicare Advantage cards to the event.
The Moderna vaccine requires two doses. Those who receive their first dose May 5 will be administed their second dose June 2 at the same scheduled time. If unable to appear at the same location for second dose on June 2, do not sign up for May 5 event. Those who are receiving their second dose May 5, must have received their first dose on or before April 7.
Participants must be wearing masks and should wear short-sleeved shirts for easy access to the upper arm. After receiving the dose, everyone is required to remain in the parking lot for 15 minutes to be monitored for reactions to the vaccine.
Registrants will need to present a completed COVID-19 Vaccination Consent form before receiving the vaccine. The form can be accessed via the health department website. Forms will also be available at the curbside event.
