CVS will start offering COVID-19 vaccines to those eligible at 40 more select CVS Pharmacies in California with 20 of those pharmacies located in Southern California. According to Licensed District Leader of CVS Health Lisa Kalajian,
"We’re working very closely with the federal government and the CDC to make sure we're focused on communities that rank high in the CDC and prevention social vulnerability index as well as population density and area demographics as critical factors when looking at which locations would be best to open based on our allotment."
There's currently appointments available at pharmacies in Hemet, Indio, Corona, Fontana, Murrieta, Pomona, West Covina, Compton, and North Hollywood. As more supply becomes available, CVS will be able to increase the number of stores offering vaccinations as well as expand to additional states. As of right now, CVS is able to administer 20-25 million shots per month. Klajian continued to say,
"The feedback from the community and patients coming in to get their vaccine has been very positive. Everyone is so grateful to be able to come in to the local CVS where they are used to getting their prescriptions and shopping or even getting their flu shots every year. Now being able to receive their vaccine is a really great moment and we’re really excited to be a part of the process."
CVS is offering the COVID-19 vaccine by an appointment-only basis through CVS.com or through the CVS Pharmacy app. If you don't have online access, you can contact customer service by calling 800-746-7287. The vaccine is completely free with insurance or through the federal program if you're uninsured.
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