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Press release from the City of Oakdale:
May 20, 2021
The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is now approved for adolescents 12 to 15 years old. At this time, the Pfizer vaccine is the only COVID-19 vaccine that has been authorized for use by people ages 12 to 18 years old. The Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson and Johnson vaccines are all authorized for use by people 18 years and older.
Parent or guardian consent is required for COVID-19 vaccination for people younger than 18. We encourage a parent or guardian to go to the vaccine appointment with their 12 to 17 year old to learn about the COVID-19 vaccine and provide consent for the child to receive the vaccine.
Find a Pfizer Vaccine Washington County Vaccine Clinic: Pfizer vaccine appointments are available in Stillwater for individuals 12 years and older. Flyers are available in Amharic, Chinese, English, Hmong, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese. VaccineConnector.mn.gov: Pfizer vaccine appointments are available at many of the state's community vaccination sites, including Oakdale, Lino Lakes, Bloomington, and St. Paul. Walk-ins are also accepted. Vaccine Locator Map: Many hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies are offering the Pfizer vaccine. Find and connect with local vaccine providers. VaccineFinder.org and VaccineSpotter.org/MN: Search for Pfizer vaccine appointments by zip code. Free transportation for Washington County Residents Washington County residents can access free transportation to a vaccine appointment or to get tested for COVID-19. For more information, call 651-430-6655. (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
This press release was produced by the City of Oakdale. The views expressed here are the author's own.
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