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Marion County Health Department to begin pediatric COVID-19 vaccinations next Monday

By WJBD Staff Jul 19, 2022 | 11:15 AM

The Marion County Health Department will begin offering pediatric Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations on Monday, July 25th.

The shots will be administered through the department’s immunization clinic held on Mondays at the Salem office by appointment only.

The Moderna COVID-19 pediatric vaccine is a 2-dose series. The second dose is given 28 days after the first dose. The pediatric Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is for any children between the ages of 6 months to 17 years.

If you are unsure if your child should receive the vaccine, please talk with your child’s healthcare provider.

Please call the office at 618/548-3878 to make an appointment. No walk-ins will be allowed.