2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-2019)
Weekly Update #68 – March 18, 2021

Access Dedicated COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments for 65+

Directly Call Senior Specific Lines

•  Seniors 65 and older can call 856-249-7007 (Senior specific NJ COVID Call Center hotline, available 8am-8pm) to register, schedule and reschedule appointments as needed.

Receive Calls from the NJ COVID Vaccine Call Center

• Seniors 75 and older can be put on a designated waitlist to receive calls or messages from the NJ COVID Vaccine Call Center to schedule dedicated appointments at Walmart.
  

• ~60 sites being activated around the state.
  

• Call stores directly and find locations at https://walmart.com/store/directory/nj
  

• These sites may have dedicated appointments for those 65 and older.
  

Schedule Directly with Pharmacies and Other Sites

• Seniors 65 and older may be able to access dedicated appointments at certain hospitals as well as the following retail pharmacies across the state:
  

• CVS: (800) 746-7287 – https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine
  

• Rite Aid: (800) 748-3243 – http://ritea.id/newjersey
  

• Walgreens: 1-800-9254-73367 (1-800-WALGREENS) https://www.walgreens.com/findcare/vaccination/covid-19 - for Walgreens account holders only.
  

COVID-19 Vaccines & Breastfeeding, Pregnancy and Fertility
The decision to get vaccinated is a personal choice. Any of the currently authorized COVID-19 vaccines can be offered to people who are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you have questions about getting vaccination, a conversation with your healthcare provider is recommended but not required.

• NJDOH - COVID-19 Vaccine – Questions on Fertility
  

• CDC – Pregnancy or Breasfeeding – COVID-19
  

• American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists – Vaccinating Pregnant and Lactating Patients Against COVID-19
  

• COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ – American Academy of Pediatrics

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