Milwaukee COVID boosters available; 5 and older

MILWAUKEE – The up to date COVID-19 boosters are actually accessible at Milwaukee Well being Division immunization clinics for everybody 5 years of age and older.

Individuals who have their main COVID-19 vaccine sequence and haven’t obtained a COVID-19 vaccine within the final two months are eligible for the COVID-19 booster.

“Particularly as kids return the classroom for the varsity 12 months, it’s extra necessary than ever to verify they’re up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccines,” mentioned Milwaukee Well being Commissioner Kirsten Johnson. “These up to date boosters can defend your kids towards the extreme outcomes from COVID-19, together with lengthy COVID, and can guarantee they’ll safely proceed in-person studying within the classroom. It’s crucial for all of us in Milwaukee to spice up our immunity towards COVID-19 at this time.”

Presently, solely 22.5% of 5 to 11-year-olds in Milwaukee have accomplished their main vaccination sequence, in response to the Milwaukee Well being Division. 

The COVID-19 vaccines and up to date boosters can be found at no cost and with out an appointment on the Milwaukee Well being Division immunization clinics:

• Northwest Well being Center7630 W. Mill RoadTuesday & Thursday: 2 – 6 p.m.Friday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Southside Well being Center1639 S. twenty third StreetTuesday & Thursday: 2 – 6 p.m.Friday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Menomonee Valley Drive-Thru2401 W. St. Paul AvenueMonday, Wednesday, Friday: 12 – 6 p.m.Tuesday & Thursday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Saturday: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

Those that want in-home vaccinations can name the COVID-19 hotline at 414-286-6800 to schedule an appointment, and our vaccination crew will come on to you.

Along with the Milwaukee Well being Division Clinics, many different pharmacies, healthcare suppliers, and native well being departments even have COVID-19 vaccines and boosters accessible.