COVID-19 bivalent boosters for individuals 65+ available next week
September 6, 2022 4:52 PM

Dear faculty and staff,

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) has announced they will be hosting COVID-19 bivalent vaccination clinics for Champaign County residents aged 65 and older beginning the week of Sept. 12. Clinics will be held Monday through Thursday with both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines available. Learn more about bivalent boosters.

Eligibility

• Due to limited vaccines, CUPHD will limit the first week(s) to Champaign County residents aged 65 and older.
• It must be two months after the completion of your primary vaccine series (first and second dose) OR two months after your last booster shot.

Appointments & Location

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District – 201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign

• Beginning Sept. 12, Monday through Thursday
• 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Appointments will be required due to limited availability of both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. Sign up for an appointment or call (217) 531-4934 for assistance

CUPHD is leading vaccination distribution for employees in our county. People with questions should contact CUPHD by phone (217-239-7877) or email (coronavirus@c-uphd.org). Additional information on COVID-19 vaccinations can be found on CUPHD’s website.

Employees can utilize accrued vacation or sick leave to accompany a child or family member to get a vaccine or booster.

Thank you for your understanding as we work to continue to maximize safety for our entire community.

Sincerely,

Mike DeLorenzo
Vice Chancellor for Administration and Operations