Chicago Department of Public Health Announces New COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics in Chicago
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Chicago Department of Public Health has announced its schedule of COVID-19 vaccine clinics for the upcoming fall season. Residents aged 6 months and older are strongly encouraged to receive the new fall 2024 COVID-19 vaccine as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Alongside the COVID-19 vaccine, flu vaccinations will also be offered at various locations.
Vaccination Recommendations
Individuals who have not received a COVID-19 vaccination in the past two months are urged to get the updated vaccine as soon as possible. Both COVID-19 and flu vaccines are accessible at commercial pharmacies. The Department of Public Health advises those with private health insurance or Medicaid/Medicare to consult their pharmacy or doctor’s office for their vaccinations. These vaccines should be covered when obtained through an in-network provider.
Clinic Locations and Times
- Greater Lawn Immunization Clinic at 4150 W. 55th St. (8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday through Friday)
- Uptown Clinic at 845 W. Wilson Ave. (8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday)
- Pilsen Family Health Center at 1713 S. Ashland Ave. (8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Thursday and Friday)
Walk-ins are welcome but registration is highly encouraged. Additionally, City Colleges of Chicago will host family vaccination clinics, with no insurance required. Upcoming locations include:
- Kennedy-King College, Oct. 12, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Arturo Velasquez Institute, Oct. 19, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Wilbur Wright College, Oct. 26, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Richard J. Daley College, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Truman College, Nov. 16, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Olive-Harvey College, Nov. 16, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Malcolm X College, Nov. 23, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
City Hall Vaccine Clinics
Vaccination clinics are also available on the 11th floor of City Hall, located at 121 N. LaSalle St., with recommended times including:
- Thursday, Oct. 24, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Thursday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, Dec. 4, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Individuals are advised to bring their insurance cards, but no one will be turned away for lack of insurance. For full clinic details, including registration, visit the CDPH Vaccine Clinics Calendar.
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