COVID-19

Wyoming County COVID-19 Vaccination Update:

Our clinics will now require pre-registration, using a link that will only be valid for that clinic. If you have issues or are unable to register, please call the Health Department at (585) 786 8890. We currently have Pfizer (two dose) and Johnson and Johnson (single dose). For Pfizer, please plan on coming back to the Health Department for your second dose 21 days after the initial vaccination.

Please bring a form of identification. There is no fee for the vaccine, however an administration fee will be charged to insurance so please bring your insurance card. Those under 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Call us if you have trouble registering 585-786-8890.

CLICK ON THE GREEN UNDERLINED TEXT TO REGISTER

Booster Dose Friday 10/22/2021 Based on age, underlying co-morbidities and risk of exposure Only for those who have received 2 doses of Pfizer more than 6 months ago. People 65 years and older, those 50-64 years with underlying medical conditions should receive a booster. Those 18-49 years with underlying medical conditions, or those who are at increased risk for exposure may receive a booster.

Friday 10/22/2021 Johnson and Johnson (Single Dose) 18 years and older, never received any COVID vaccine.

Friday 10/22/2021 Pfizer Vaccination First Dose A second dose will be required after 21 days.

Third dose 10/22/2021 for certain immune compromised individuals Only for those who have received their second dose of Pfizer more than 28 days ago and meet eligibility. CLICK here for eligibility listing

All New York State mass vaccination sites are open to eligible New Yorkers for walk-in vaccination on a first-come, first-serve basis. People who would prefer to schedule an appointment at a state-run mass vaccination site can do so on the Am I Eligible App or by calling 1-833-NYS-4-VAX. People may visit vaccines.gov to find information on vaccine appointments near them.

To see how the COVID-19 vaccine is administered throughout the state go to: COVID-19 Vaccine Tracker.New York State launched the Excelsior Pass, (www.epass.ny.gov/home) a voluntary, free, fast and secure way to present digital proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test results. It can be printed or stored digitally on a smartphone. Businesses and venues can scan and validate your pass to ensure you meet any COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements for entry. Adults may hold passes for accompanying minors.

For updated Traveler Guidance go to https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory. Regardless of quarantine status, all individuals exposed to COVID-19 or returning from travel must:

Continue daily symptom monitoring through Day 14;
Continue strict adherence to all recommended non-pharmaceutical interventions, including hand hygiene, and the use of face coverings, through Day 14 (even if fully vaccinated);
Must immediately self-isolate if any symptoms develop and contact their healthcare provider or the local public health authority to report this change in clinical status and determine if they should seek testing.

Free COVID-19 rapid testing will be available by appointment at the Health Department each week. Register for an appointment HERE.

To continue the fight against COVID and prepare for the next public health emergency, the State announced the launch of a free, online Citizen Public Health Training course for New Yorkers. This innovative course, delivered by the New York State Department of Health in partnership with Cornell University and supported by the State University of New York, will prepare and equip New Yorkers to become NYS Citizen Public Health Leaders and build an informed network of community health leaders across the state. Enroll today.