COVID-19 Vaccine
Everyone age 5 and older is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine!
* Only the Pfizer vaccine is approved for ages 5-17, parent or guardian consent is required.
COVID-19 Vaccination for Vermonters
If you are looking to get a COVID-19 vaccine, there are multiple options available:
- Vermont Department of Health - Register online or by phone at 855-722-7878.
- UVM Medical Center Outpatient Services - Register online or walk-ins available.
- VHEI BIPOC Vaccine Clinic - Clinics available on Saturdays through February 2022. Register online.
- Participating pharmacies:
- Vaccines for Children:
- Vermont Department of Health clinics at ANY school, regardless of where your child attends. Call 855-722-7878 for translation services and vaccine registration.
- Local Pharmacies.
- Ask your child's pediatricians.
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Ages 12-15 eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine (video)
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Things You Should Know about COVID-19 Vaccines
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the vaccine safe for children?
COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. The vaccine is made specifically for this age group- it is one-third the size of the dose for people 12 and older. It has been found to be 90.7% effective in preventing COVID-19 in children aged 5-11. Read more from the Vermont Department of Health about childhood vaccines.
Where can my child receive the COVID-19 Vaccine?
- Vermont Department of Health clinics at ANY school, regardless of where your child attends. Call 855-722-7878 for translation services and vaccine registration.
- Local Pharmacies.
- Ask your child's pediatricians.
How much does a vaccine cost?
COVID-19 vaccines are FREE to all Vermonters, including those who do not have health insurance. You may be asked for health insurance information, but it is not a requirement for receiving the vaccine.
What if my friends/family don't have internet access or a computer?
Anyone can register by phone by calling the Department of Health vaccine registration line at 855-722-7878. The Fletcher Free Library offers a free public computer center and will offer assistance to anyone needing an appointment. The library's open hours are M/Th/F/Sat 10 am to 6 pm, T/W 10 am to 8 pm, Sun noon to 6 pm. For questions, please contact the library help desk at (802) 865-7217.
Is transportation available to vaccination sites?
Public transportation to vaccine clinics is available to Vermont residents who do not have their own transportation. View bus routes and find more information on the websites below. Under certain conditions, limited rides may be coordinated by the Vermont Public Transportation Association for those who cannot access public transportation in close proximity to their homes.
Green Mountain Transit: 802-864-2282
Special Services Transportation Authority: 802-878-1527
Does the vaccine contain animal products?
According to the Vermont Department of Health, the approved vaccines DO NOT contain animal products, fetal tissue, eggs, gelatin, latex, or preservatives. Find additional important vaccine facts in the Department of Health Fact Sheet below.
How many people in Vermont have been vaccinated so far?
Visit the Vermont Department of Health vaccine data dashboard for current vaccination rates.
How does the vaccine work?
These specific vaccines are mRNA (Messenger RNA) and viral vector vaccines, which teach and instruct our bodies on how to fight the COVID-19 virus. The material in the vaccines never enters the center (nucleus) of the cell, where genetic material is stored; it will not affect or change your DNA. These vaccines also do not contain a live virus and therefore cannot give you COVID-19. You may read the resources below for more detailed descriptions on how the vaccines work.
Further Resources:
- COVID Vaccine: Your Questions Answered - UVM Health
- COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs - UVM Health
- Vermont Department of Health COVID-19 FAQ page
- CDC COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs
- CDC Myths and Facts about Vaccination
- Viral Vector Vaccines
- Understanding mRNA Vaccines
- The Safety of COVID-19 Vaccines
What should I expect when getting the vaccine?
The Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines are given in two doses, within 3-4 weeks of each other. The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is currently the only approved one-dose vaccination option. Wondering what symptoms and side effects people might get after receiving the vaccine? Watch the video above on what to expect.
Further Resources:
What do I need to do after getting vaccinated?
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Once the vaccine is administered, the Department of Health recommends:
- For an extra layer of protection, people may use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as masks
- Taking precautionary safety measures, such as physical distancing and hand washing
- Continue to follow State health guidance
It will take time for the body to build an immunity to the virus over multiple weeks, which is common with any vaccination. By using multiple layers of protections and precautions against the virus, our chances of eliminating the prevalence of COVID-19 is that much better.
COVID-19 Vaccine Informational Websites:
Vermont Department of Health Vaccine PaGe
