Franklin County parents have several opportunities to get their children vaccinated against COVID-19 in the next few weeks, and Health Director Scott S. Lavigne announced that the health department will be open extended hours so children don’t have to miss school and parents don’t have to miss work.
Vaccinations for children between 5-11 years old are available now, and extended hours will be offered tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 10) and Wednesday, Nov. 17, according to a press statement from Lavigne. The two “after-school/after-work” clinics will offer appointments from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for children to get the Pfizer vaccine.
In addition, the health department will take advantage of the pre-Thanksgiving holiday for students on Wednesday, Nov. 24 and offer an all-day clinic for COVID-19 vaccinations.
Visit www.franklincountync.us/covid to schedule an appointment.
Parents can sign up for the “Safe for the Holidays” vaccination event on Nov. 24 throughout the day, Lavigne said. A parent must accompany the child for the vaccination at the health department in Louisburg.
“The same Pfizer Vaccine that’s helped hundreds of Franklin County youth ages 12 to 17 avoid getting COVID, is now available in a lower pediatric dose that has been shown to be safe and effective for kids ages 5 to 11. It’s a great way to get kids ready to safely see their family and friends as the holidays approach,” Lavigne said. “If you bring your child to one of these events, and get a follow-up vaccine three-weeks later, your child could be fully vaccinated (and protected) by the holidays and before the New Year begins!”
Send questions about COVID-19 vaccinations for children ages 5-11 to covidvax@franklincountync.us or call 919.496.8113.