 Pittsfield Health Department Homebound Vaccination AppointmentsAs the season for flu and COVID-19 is underway, there is still time for residents to get vaccinated.  CHP Readying for New Covid-19 Vaccine SupplyCHP anticipates receiving its Covid-19 vaccines in the coming weeks, while flu clinics are well under way. CHP Mobile Health Second Booster Now OfferedCommunity Health Programs (CHP) will provide these CDC-approved senior boosters at least four months after the first booster was received. Mohawk Forest Apartments to Host COVID Vaccine ClinicThis clinic is open to the public as well as to residents of Mohawk Forest. Individuals 6 months of age and older are eligible to participate. First, second, and booster shots will be available. BHS Testing, Vaccine Centers Put COVID-19 Vaccinations on HoldA final pediatric COVID-19 vaccine clinic will be held at the Pittsfield center, 505 East St., on Friday, April 7. Gift Cards Available in South County For Those Getting COVID BoosterAppointments are required and there are slots available most weekdays 10-4 and some Saturdays 9 to noon at the Tri Town Health office located in the Airoldi Building located at 45 Railroad Street in Lee. City of Pittsfield: February flu clinicsIndividuals are asked to bring a form of identification and health insurance to assist with the on-site registration process. Additionally, short-sleeved shirts are encouraged to ensure easier access for vaccinations. BHS Alters Days and Hours for COVID-19 Vaccine ClinicsEffective on Monday, Feb. 6, COVID vaccination will be available only two days per week in Pittsfield and one day per week in North Adams for adults, and a Pediatric vaccine clinic will be held on a Friday once each month in Pittsfield. Flu Shots Still Available at Big Y PharmaciesHealth officials continue to make another urgent push to encourage the public to get vaccinated. In the US, this flu season has been one of the most significant in recent memory with nearly 20 million illnesses, 210,000 hospitalizations and 13,000 deaths from flu so far, according to CDC estimates. BCC to Offer Flu and COVID VaccinesVaccines are given free of charge; bring insurance cards. SBPHC to Offer Southern Berkshire County Vaccine ClinicRegular dose flu vaccine will also be available.  Monkeypox Vaccine Available for Eligible IndividualsThe clinics are open to individuals who are at risk for monkeypox and eligible to receive the vaccine. Monkeypox vaccination requires two doses a month apart. BHS Providing COVD-19 Vaccine for Infants and ToddlersOn Saturday, July 2, the BHS Testing and Vaccine Center in Pittsfield will hold its monthly COVID vaccine clinic for children 5 to 11, running from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. |
