COVID-19 vaccine available at TCHC for children
Published on November 9, 2021 at 2:03pm EST | Author: Chad Koenen
0The Food and Drug Administration granted emergency use authorization of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11 on October 29. Tri-County Health Care has prepared a comprehensive plan to vaccinate children in the community.
Vaccines will be administered at the Wadena Clinic. The vaccine consists of a two-dose series. Parents will be able to schedule their child’s second dose appointment during their first dose visit.
Tri-County Health Care will be administering vaccines for children on the dates below.
• Wednesday, Nov. 10- 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 11- 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 18- 4 p.m.-8 p.m.
A parent must be present during the vaccination. Following vaccination, there is a standard 15-minute waiting period for monitoring the child. Patients are encouraged to schedule an appointment by calling (218) 631-3510. Walk-ins are also accepted.
COVID-19 vaccination at Tri-County Health Care is free of charge.