Fayetteville, NC – Now that Cape Fear Valley Health (CFVH) offers COVID-19 vaccines to anyone 16 years of age or older, here’s a handy guide to questions and answers for those who haven’t yet gone through the process of scheduling an appointment with the vaccine and they want to do it.
I’m in a high priority group, can I still schedule an appointment with the vaccine?
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Yes. Health workers, basic front-line workers, the elderly, and teachers can still book appointments.
Is this vaccine limited to those living in a certain area?
Where can I schedule a vaccine?
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You can schedule a vaccine for the community vaccine clinic online. You will need to provide your first and last name, email address, phone number, and which group you are in. If you’re not sure which group you’re in, check out the state guide to determine where you are. You will be allowed to choose a location based on the availability of open spaces.
How far in advance can I schedule an appointment for my first dose?
Do I need appointments for second doses?
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No, you do not need to make an appointment to receive a second dose, but you are asked to return to the same place where you received the first dose.
When and where can I get the vaccine through CFVH ?:
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Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center Auditorium in Fayetteville (Offers Pfizer vaccine)
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Health Pavilion North ExpressCare north of Fayetteville (Offers Pfizer vaccine) The first doses will be administered from Tuesday to Friday, from 7 to 16 hours
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Bladen County Hospital in Elizabethtown (Offers Modern Vaccine) The first doses will be administered on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Hoke Hospital in Raeford (Offers Modern Vaccine) This clinic will only offer second doses to those who have already received their first dose at Hoke Hospital.
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Hoke Pharmacy in Raeford (Offers Modern vaccine) The first doses will be administered on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, from 9 to 13 hours
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Pharmacy Center in downtown Fayetteville (Offers Pfizer vaccine) The first doses will be administered on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Can I get the Johnson & Johnson vaccine using CFVH?
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Yes, the auditorium at the CFVH Rehabilitation Center in Fayetteville (1638 Owen Drive) will host a unique J&J vaccine clinic on Wednesday, March 24 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The J&J vaccine only requires one dose, although it should be noted that it is not approved for adolescents under 18 years of age.
What are the age restrictions?
“It was such an easy process,” Joan Kirkpatrick said. “It changes a lot because I feel safe in the community now. I’m happier to be part of this process of removing this virus so we can get back to our normal lives.”
During the state’s COVID-19 briefing, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen noted that nearly a third (31.7%) of adults have received at least one dose. of vaccination and 18.8% fully vaccinated.
“I urge everyone to get it,” said John Rivera, who has recently been vaccinated. “I’m not surprised that in this great country it’s possible to launch a vaccine to fight a pandemic like this so quickly.”
“Our efforts in vaccine equity remain a priority, along with speed,” Gov. Roy Cooper said in a tweet. “We continue to vaccinate people in a fast and fair way.”
The number of new cases of COVID-19 in the state has decreased, in contrast to the decline in recent weeks. Cohen said the state “was in a positive place.”
“Every shot in one arm brings us closer to turning the corner with this pandemic,” Cooper said.
The state says any North Carolina adult who wants to get a coronavirus vaccine will be able to get one on May 1st. Last week, CFVH surpassed the 100,000 dose mark.