RaeAnn Tucker
Director of Health Promotion
October 30, 2023The Henry and Stark County Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare announce that this year’s updated Covid-19 Shots for Adults (18 yrs.+) are now available at both First Choice Healthcare Clinics in Kewanee and Colona. Covid-19 shots will be available by appointment at both locations, simply call the First Choice Healthcare location nearest you: Kewanee 309-852-5272 or Colona 309-792-4011.
At this time, Adults with “Insurance Coverage” for the Covid-19 vaccination can obtain the Pfizer 2023-24 updated vaccine. Simply bring your insurance card with you to your appointment.
Adults with “NO Insurance Coverage” for the Covid-19 vaccination may choose either the Pfizer or Moderna 2023-24 updated Covid-19 vaccine through the “Bridge Access Program.”
The Health Department notes that both the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and CDC recommend vaccination with the updated COVID-19 vaccine for all persons aged ≥6 months. Older adults and persons with weakened immune systems are at greatest risk for hospitalization and death. In addition, healthy children and adults can still experience severe disease.
To schedule your appointment or for more information, call the First Choice Healthcare locations in Kewanee (309) 852-5272 and Colona (309) 792-4011 Colona or visit our website at www.henrystarkhealth.com or find us on Facebook at Henry and Stark County Health Departments, or Follow Us On Twitter or Instagram.
