DOH to host free COVID-19 vaccination events for ages 5 and up

Ormond Beach Observer
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by: Ethan Johnson

Florida Department of Health in Volusia County

The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County is hosting a free COVID-19 vaccination event for residents age five and older on Friday, Dec. 3 from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A second event will be held Tuesday, Dec. 28 for additional doses. The events will take place at the following two locations on both dates:

1845 Holsonback Drive, Daytona Beach
775 Harley Strickland Blvd., Orange City

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that children between the ages of 5 and 17 years receive the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine to help protect against COVID-19. Adults may choose between the Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, or Johnson & Jonson’s Janssen vaccines. All three vaccines will be available at the vaccination event. First doses, additional doses, and boosters will be administered. No appointment is necessary.

DOH-Volusia continues to offer the three approved COVID-19 vaccines at each of our clinic locations. PCR testing is also available. Individuals interested in receiving a COVID-19 vaccination or test during the week may call 386-274-0500; # to schedule an appointment.

For additional information on COVID-19 in Florida, visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/.