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COVID-19 boosters offered at La Salle County Health Department

Doses will be provided by appointment only

By Shaw Local News Network
Timbers of Shorewood resident Glenn Downey receives the COVID-19 booster vaccine from Saint Francis College of Nursing student Sarena Matthaya during a vaccine clinic held at Timbers of Shorewood Friday, October 8, 2021, in Shorewood, Ill.

The La Salle County Health Department will be offering booster doses of COVID-19 vaccine by appointment only. (Photo provided)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expanded eligibility Oct. 21 for COVID-19 booster shots. The La Salle County Health Department will begin offering booster doses on a weekly basis by appointment only.

To schedule an appointment for a booster dose vaccination, go to www.lasallecounty.org and click on the “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” icon. There you will find links to schedule an appointment for a booster dose of Moderna, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson.

For individuals who received a Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, the following groups are eligible for a booster shot at six months or more after their initial series:

  • 65 years and older
  • 18 or older who live in long-term care settings
  • 18 or older who have underlying medical conditions
  • 18 or older who work or live in high-risk settings

For individuals who received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, booster shots are recommended for those who are 18 and older and who were vaccinated two or more months ago.

Eligible individuals may choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose. Some people may have a preference for the vaccine type they originally received and others may prefer to get a different booster. CDC’s recommendations now allow for this type of mix and match dosing for booster shots.

In addition, the health department at 717 Etna Road in Ottawa will continue to give additional doses to individuals who are considered severely immunocompromised. If you are in need of this third dose, call the La Salle County Health Department at 815-433-3366 to schedule an appointment.

You must have your vaccination record card for your appointment. If you do not have it, visit IDPH vax verify at https://idphportal.illinois.gov/s/?language=en_US to get a copy.

If you do not feel well the day of your appointment, do not come to the vaccination clinic.

Booster vaccinations will be given in the vaccination trailer (look for the yellow sign), which is located next to the COVID testing trailer and is in the health department’s parking lot. All attendees must wear a mask. All attendees must follow instructions and maintain social distancing. Stay 6 feet apart when waiting in line. If the patient is younger than 18, they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Bring a copy of your printed ticket or a screenshot of the ticket on your phone. Bring your vaccination record card.

No walk-ins will be allowed.