Check out answers to frequently asked questions, including: Where can I get one? Can I go to a pharmacy? How long do I have to wait?
Here are some answers to questions on who can get COVID-19 shots and where to get them.
Who’s eligible for the vaccine?
General public ages 12 and older: All Illinois residents 12 and over are eligible for the Pfizer vaccine, and those 18 and over are eligible for the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines, too. In Illinois, the vaccine is offered to all populations, including undocumented individuals and those without health insurance.
How do I sign up to get vaccinated?
Vaccinations are available by walk-ups and appointments either through a doctor or other health care provider, a pharmacy or an employer. The city is shutting down its mass vaccination sites in favor of pop-up locations in neighborhoods. Go to https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/covid19-vaccine/home/calendar-of-events.html for a calendar of events. Residents can also can make an an-home appointment by calling 312-746-4835 or going to www.chicago.gov/athome.
There are also designated sites for vaccinations run by the city, Cook County and other government agencies. Also, check with local government sources for special events, such as mobile vaccination clinics.
You can register for a vaccine via zocdoc/vaccine, by calling 312-746-4835 or by using the links below.
What locations are offering vaccines in Chicago?
The city sites have various hours and registration requirements. For some, you can register online, or by using the links below, while some are walk-ins with no appointments needed.
• Chicago State University Walk-Up, 9501 South King Drive (Emil and Patricia A. Jones Convocation Center)
Mon-Friday: Noon - 6pm; Saturday: 9am-3pm
Anyone 12 and up
Vaccines offered: Pfizer
Direct registration link.
• Kennedy-King College, 6343 South Halsted St. (Building W)
Saturdays: 9-3pm
Anyone 18 and over living in Englewood and West Englewood (60621 and 60636)
Vaccine offered: Johnson & Johnson
Walk-ins only, no appointments
Richard J. Daley College, 7500 South Pulaski Rd
Tuesday-Friday: Noon-6pm; Saturday: 9am-3pm
Anyone 12 and up
Vaccine offered: Pfizer
Direct registration link
Wilbur Wright College, 4300 N Narragansett Ave
Wednesday and Friday: Noon-6pm; Saturday: 9am-3pm
Anyone 12 and up
Vaccine offered: Pfizer
Can I go to a pharmacy to get a shot?
The city lists several where you can sign up to get the vaccine. Check websites for age eligibility:
• Walgreens at walgreens.com/findcare/vaccination/covid-19
• Jewel-Osco at mhealthappointments.com/covidappt
• Walmart at walmart.com/cp/1228302
• Mariano’s at marianos.com/i/coronavirus-update/vaccine
• Chicago Costco Pharmacies at https://www.costco.com/covid-vaccine.html
• CVS at www.cvs.com
What about locations in the suburbs and throughout Illinois?
Suburban Cook County residents can get information at vaccine.cookcountyil.gov/.
Click here to search for a vaccine location near you in other parts of Illinois.
Will it cost me money to get the vaccine?
The vaccine is free to everyone.
Do I need multiple shots?
To be fully effective, the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines approved for COVID-19 each require a second dose, which will either be three or four weeks apart from the first dose. Typically your second appointment is scheduled at the time you receive your first dose.
The Johnson and Johnson vaccine only requires one shot and is effective two weeks later.
Do I still need to wear a mask after getting the vaccine?
Two weeks after getting the second shot of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccines, the chance of contracting the virus will be dramatically reduced as both therapies were found in human studies to be more than 90% effective. Johnson and Johnson, which was tested more recently in more countries and against more variants of the virus, is more than 70 percent effective.
The CDC said people who have been fully vaccinated can resume many activities, though there are still mask requirements for traveling on planes, buses and trains and other types of public transportation. Masks are required for rides in Uber, Lyft and cabs. Health care settings, local governments, schools and private businesses are among various entities that may have their own mask requirements.
Those who have not been vaccinated should wear masks, especially indoors where a chance of infection is the greatest.
There may also be restrictions for some unvaccinated people regardless of whether they wear masks. Some events this summer, like Lollapalooza and other large concerts, are requiring attendees to show proof of vaccination or recent negative test results for COVID-19.
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