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Icon Of Sin: Dec 26, 2008

Hey everyone! I saw some COVID vaccine info floating around the CE thread and on Discord, but didn�t want it to get lost in previous pages that nobody would see. Info is what I�ve seen posted here and on Discord. I�m in NC and able to get a shot from a number of places, and I figure that that is likely the case elsewhere too. I don�t really have the power to vet some of these (proceed at own risk) but if even one of you gets a vaccine appointment that wouldn�t have occurred until later, then it�ll have been worth it.

On to the important parts:

Walgreens covering a big pile of states: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp#eligibility

CVS, doing the same: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine

Walgreens says they update their appts every hour or so, unsure about CVS.

Ingles: https://www.ingles-markets.com/pharmacy/pg1/pharmacy-sub/vaccinations

Currently scheduling in AL, GA, NC, SC, TN, and VA.

CA:

iKon posted:

If you�re enrolled in VA Healthcare in the greater Southern California area you can schedule a vaccine by calling 310-268-4900. No restrictions.

CT:

ghost story posted:

This is what CT VA has - https://www.connecticut.va.gov/services/covid-19-vaccines.asp

Also if you know you�re eligible in your state, this site scans pharmacy appointments. https://vaccinefinder.org/

CO:

fknlo posted:

In Colorado Safeway and King Soopers(any of the Kroger stores) both have easy to make appointments. I've also heard about people calling places and giving their info in case there are any unused shots at the end of the day that are going to get thrown out and those people getting shots in this fashion.

FL:

https://www.publix.com/covid-vaccine

iwentdoodie posted:

If you're in the Tampa area and enrolled at Haley, give them a call ASAP if they haven't sent you a text. Shots are open and they're scheduling them fairly quickly from what I've seen and heard.

Wonder Free posted:

Just got a vaccine appointment next week at the Tampa VA. Anyone in that service area can get one regardless of age or medical issue as long as you are enrolled in VA health care. It took 5 minutes to do the enrollment application and about a day to process.

Mr. Nice! posted:

If you are signed up for VA care in the North Florida/South Georgia system, you do not need anything special to get a vaccine now. It is open for all veterans regardless of age.

https://www.northflorida.va.gov/services/covid-19-vaccines.asp

Nystral posted:

Also in FL if you have an underlying condition with a form filled out by your doctor - here and then schedule an appointment or walk-in at various FLDOH locations.

Alternatively if you�re over 50 and a Educator, Firefighter, Police, or Childcare provider with proof of employment you can get one as well at the FEMA-sponsored sites in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, or Jacksonville.

GA:

https://www.publix.com/covid-vaccine

MA:

Rakekniven posted:

If you're in Massachusetts and already enrolled in the VA, any age group can get vaccinated at Bedford. https://www.bedford.va.gov/services/covid-19-vaccines.asp

Unfortunately, if you're like me and didn't enroll in VA Health Care when you first got out or have any service related disability you likely can't enroll now.

There's a bill that's passed the house but now needs to clear the Senate (and lol at that happening) that would extend VA Covid vaccine delivery to any Vet regardless of current VA Health enrollment status. https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1276

NC:

Icon Of Sin posted:

In NC, you can sign up through Walgreens, CVS, or Novant Health (and maybe through the local Department of Health?). J/J�s vaccine just arrived, which expanded our options a ton.

Icon Of Sin posted:

As of yesterday, certain Harris Teeter pharmacies in NC are also offering COVID vaccines. Publix seems to be doing something similar in SC.

https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/business/whats-in-store/article249688013.html

quote:

and I should also note that the NCARNG shots are being given to anyone regardless of the rollout phase NC is in.
and i should ALSO note that the info is fuckin impossible to find so you can call them at 984-661-6563

Wroughtirony posted:

If you are a Tricare beneficiary anywhere in shot of Fort Bragg: This FB page has good details on how to get vaccinated https://www.facebook.com/ftbragg18abn They are vaccinating anyone over 16 and honestly there's a little bit of debate on whether or not you need to have an underlying condition, but I'm getting the impression they just want to get shots into arms, so if you're willing to do the screening and make an appointment, you're probably good. https://informatics-stage.health.mil/COVAX/ is the site to make an appointment. Currently they're calling beneficiaries and telling them to come in and not everyone they're calling has an underlying condition, so get it while the getting is good! The more of us they can vaccinate, the better for all of us!

ND:

Naramyth posted:

The Medicine Shoppe pharmacy chain in ND has been having some supply glut. They now have a signup page so if you are in driving distance go sign up so you can go get the shot.

OK:

UP THE BUM NO BABY posted:

https://twitter.com/ChickasawNation/status/1370515443514019848?s=19

PA:

Pine Cone Jones posted:

I know a few other people are in PA, but the VA here has opened vaccines to all veterans who receive care through the system. I signed up on the VA website for updates on the vaccine sometime in Feb and got a text a few weeks back about being able to now schedule an appointment. I had my first shot of the Moderna vaccine Thursday. I did have to call the VA in Lancaster, as they have a Covid hotline, to set up my appointment, but that was it. I'm not entirely sure if its the same in other regions, but hopefully this is somewhat helpful.

SC:

https://www.publix.com/covid-vaccine

shame on an IGA posted:

South Carolina is hellaciously decentralized and the daily allocation spreadsheets are the best way to find a list of all the places that have ever offered the vaccine. Frustratingly, the different vaccines are tracked on different sheets but my advice if you can't get it from the VA is to go down the list of Moderna sites, they're the smaller less known providers like local clinics and pharmacies whereas the Pfizer is mostly being distributed to large hospitals that already have phones ringing off the hook.

https://scdhec.gov/covid19/covid-19-vaccine-allocation

Caresouth got me scheduled for next thursday in group 1B the first time I called.

Teachers ARE qualified for group 1B but the government has been doing everything possible to avoid advertising that because they're all pinko enemies of the state.

TN:

crazyivan45 posted:

Memphis and surrounding areas: this clinic received a large batch of J&J vaccines and appointments are open to the public. Only requirement is that you be 18+. Several friends have gotten theirs, I�m scheduled for Monday. Call to make appointment

Prime Urgent Medical Clinic
176 Goodman Road West
Southaven, MS, 38671
662-536-1020

TX:

Discussion Quorum posted:

For TX folks, HEB lets you check the entire state at once and it seems to update continuously. If you're going to poopsock and , it's probably the easiest option.

Got my first dose of Moderna yesterday at one of the drive-through sites in Houston. The whole process took about an hour (including the 15 minute observation period) but was pretty efficient overall. My shoulder was really sore yesterday, but it probably wasn't helped by coming home and immediately having to wrangle a 25lb toddler, who picked the absolute worst day to be sick, off to the doctor.

Approaching 24h now and my arm is just a bit sore and stiff. I'm pretty tired but again, probably because of a sick kid who couldn't sleep last night unless he was being held

Good luck y'all.

WA:

UP THE BUM NO BABY posted:

The Puget Sound VA is offering COVID vaccines to all veterans enrolled with them.

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/veterans-of-all-ages-can-now-get-covid-19-vaccine-at-va-clinics-in-washington-state/

WI:

WEH posted:

Wisconsin is opening up eligibility to everyone over 16 with complicating health conditions on March 29th, and will not be requiring documentation to prove eligibility.

We had zero luck with pharmacies in Milwaukee when my spouse was looking to get vaccinated a week ago, but the health department site(s) in the city seem to be absolute crushing it. YMMV!

WEH posted:

A little late on this, but Wisconsin is opening eligibility to everyone over 16 starting April 5th.

If you're close to the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee I recommend using https://wi-telegov.egov.com/milwaukee-vaccines/AppointmentWizard to schedule an appointment starting on or after April 5th. They're extremely fast and professional.

Otherwise, I've heard good things about https://www.vaccinespotter.org for various pharmacies and grocery stores. You can even choose which vaccine you want!

My wife got her second pfizer dose today and felt like complete poo poo a few hours later, but I think it's because she does weight training. No fever, just pervasive muscle aches.

Note: I keep hearing about people getting �leftovers�, aka going to a distro site near their closing time and trying to grab a shot that would�ve gone to someone else, except that that person missed/canceled/didn�t show up to their appt for whatever reason. Other goons have noticed this in their local pharmacies as well, so I don�t think it�s unique to NC.

I�ll edit into this post any info that anyone drops in this thread, the CE thread, or the Discord. Good luck out there, and stay safe.

e1: 6Mar
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Icon Of Sin fucked around with this message at 11:27 on Apr 3, 2021

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Icon Of Sin: Dec 26, 2008

I'll reserve this one, just in case.

# ? Mar 6, 2021 04:06

Nystral: Feb 6, 2002; Every man likes a pretty girl with him at a skeleton dance.

Also in FL if you have an underlying condition with a form filled out by your doctor - here and then schedule an appointment or walk-in at various FLDOH locations.

Alternatively if you�re over 50 and a Educator, Firefighter, Police, or Childcare provider with proof of employment you can get one as well at the FEMA-sponsored sites in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, or Jacksonville.

# ? Mar 6, 2021 14:10

Pine Cone Jones: Dec 6, 2009; You throw me the acorn, I throw you the whip!

I know a few other people are in PA, but the VA here has opened vaccines to all veterans who receive care through the system. I signed up on the VA website for updates on the vaccine sometime in Feb and got a text a few weeks back about being able to now schedule an appointment. I had my first shot of the Moderna vaccine Thursday. I did have to call the VA in Lancaster, as they have a Covid hotline, to set up my appointment, but that was it. I'm not entirely sure if its the same in other regions, but hopefully this is somewhat helpful.

# ? Mar 6, 2021 14:51

Mr. Nice!: Oct 13, 2005; c-spam cannot afford

If you are signed up for VA care in the North Florida/South Georgia system, you do not need anything special to get a vaccine now. It is open for all veterans regardless of age.

https://www.northflorida.va.gov/services/covid-19-vaccines.asp

# ? Mar 6, 2021 15:06

boop the snoot: Jun 3, 2016

If you can get a shot, get a shot. Don�t worry about �taking someone else�s� shot. Just go get one.

# ? Mar 6, 2021 15:22

crazyivan45: Apr 30, 2008

Memphis and surrounding areas: this clinic received a large batch of J&J vaccines and appointments are open to the public. Only requirement is that you be 18+. Several friends have gotten theirs, I�m scheduled for Monday. Call to make appointment

Prime Urgent Medical Clinic
176 Goodman Road West
Southaven, MS, 38671
662-536-1020

# ? Mar 6, 2021 15:23

shame on an IGA: Apr 8, 2005

South Carolina is hellaciously decentralized and the daily allocation spreadsheets are the best way to find a list of all the places that have ever offered the vaccine. Frustratingly, the different vaccines are tracked on different sheets but my advice if you can't get it from the VA is to go down the list of Moderna sites, they're the smaller less known providers like local clinics and pharmacies whereas the Pfizer is mostly being distributed to large hospitals that already have phones ringing off the hook.

https://scdhec.gov/covid19/covid-19-vaccine-allocation

Caresouth got me scheduled for next thursday in group 1B the first time I called.

Teachers ARE qualified for group 1B but the government has been doing everything possible to avoid advertising that because they're all pinko enemies of the state.

shame on an IGA fucked around with this message at 15:31 on Mar 6, 2021

# ? Mar 6, 2021 15:27

Icon Of Sin: Dec 26, 2008

Also in SC, the article I found about Harris Teeters in NC giving out shots mentions that Publix in SC is doing something similar, at least in limited locations (close to Charlotte, NC at last look).

E: keep the info coming, I�m going to try and update the OP once a day-ish.

Icon Of Sin fucked around with this message at 16:19 on Mar 6, 2021

# ? Mar 6, 2021 16:05

Carteret: Nov 10, 2012

If you are or know an educator and are within driving distance of TN, they are authorizing shots to people with proof WITHOUT verifying state of residency. My best friends sister in law drove from Atlanta to Chattanooga and got shot 1 a week ago.

# ? Mar 6, 2021 16:33

Icon Of Sin: Dec 26, 2008

OP updated.

# ? Mar 6, 2021 16:36

iKon: Oct 4, 2000; CAN'T TEST
WON'T TEST

If you�re enrolled in VA Healthcare in the greater Southern California area you can schedule a vaccine by calling 310-268-4900. No restrictions.

# ? Mar 6, 2021 17:02

Wroughtirony: May 14, 2007

If you are a Tricare beneficiary anywhere in shot of Fort Bragg: This FB page has good details on how to get vaccinated https://www.facebook.com/ftbragg18abn They are vaccinating anyone over 16 and honestly there's a little bit of debate on whether or not you need to have an underlying condition, but I'm getting the impression they just want to get shots into arms, so if you're willing to do the screening and make an appointment, you're probably good. https://informatics-stage.health.mil/COVAX/ is the site to make an appointment. Currently they're calling beneficiaries and telling them to come in and not everyone they're calling has an underlying condition, so get it while the getting is good! The more of us they can vaccinate, the better for all of us!

# ? Mar 6, 2021 17:06

maffew buildings: Apr 29, 2009; too dumb to be probated; not too dumb to be autobanned

For Southern CA they'll just schedule you for both on the phone then and there. It's only in the LA region, but considering the glacial pace our counties are moving at it isn't the worst thing.

# ? Mar 6, 2021 21:20

Terrifying Effigies: Oct 22, 2008; Problems look mighty small from 150 miles up.

AFAIK Virginia's set up is 'register with the state and/or county, they'll contact you to tell you when you can make an appointment.' https://vaccinate.virginia.gov/

If your eligible then the next step is usually to go to the local county health dept website to sign up for an appointment: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/covid-19-vaccine/phase-by-health-district/

While the state is currently in 'Phase 1B', at least in NoVA they're only giving vaccines to the first 3 of 11 'Essential Worker' categories that fall under it:

quote:

Police, Fire, and Hazmat - Eligible
Corrections and homeless shelter workers - Eligible
Childcare/PreK-12 Teachers/Staff - Eligible
Food and Agriculture (including veterinarians)
Manufacturing
Grocery store workers
Public transit workers
Mail carriers (USPS and private)
Officials needed to maintain continuity of government (including judges and public facing judicial workers)
Clergy/Faith Leaders
Janitorial/Cleaning staff

My county pointed out the following tidbit:

quote:

Please note: Non-essential worker Phase 1b groups currently eligible for vaccination account for approximately 40% of all our residents over the age of 16, and vaccine demand is far greater than appointment and vaccine availability at this time. Therefore, it may take months to vaccinate people in these priority groups. This is why � even if you register for an appointment � it might take some time before you can actually schedule a slot and get vaccinated. There are plans to increase options for vaccination at pharmacies and health care provider offices as vaccine supply increases, which over time will give people more choices.

After they get done with Phase 1B there's Phase 1C, Other Essential Workers that they're hoping to get to by May:

quote:

Energy
Water, wastewater, and waste removal workers (includes recycling removal workers)
Housing and Construction
Food Service
Transportation and Logistics
Institutions of Higher Education Faculty/Staff
Finance
Information Technology & Communication
Media
Legal Services
Public Safety (engineers)
Other Public Health Workers

After that it's Phase 2 and everyone else, whenever that ends up being.

# ? Mar 7, 2021 00:39

crazyivan45: Apr 30, 2008

Unfortunately the clinic I listed earlier in mississippi is out of doses and no longer scheduling appointments. No known restock date as of now

# ? Mar 7, 2021 02:13

Icon Of Sin: Dec 26, 2008

Keep info coming. Won�t update tonight, will do it tomorrow morning when I have a chance to go dig for info myself. N the meantime, anyone got anything for the northeast?

# ? Mar 7, 2021 02:53

ghost story: Sep 10, 2005; Boo.

Icon Of Sin posted:

Keep info coming. Won�t update tonight, will do it tomorrow morning when I have a chance to go dig for info myself. N the meantime, anyone got anything for the northeast?

This is what CT VA has - https://www.connecticut.va.gov/services/covid-19-vaccines.asp

Also if you know you�re eligible in your state, this site scans pharmacy appointments. https://vaccinefinder.org/

# ? Mar 7, 2021 07:47

El Mero Mero: Oct 13, 2001

iKon posted:

If you�re enrolled in VA Healthcare in the greater Southern California area you can schedule a vaccine by calling 310-268-4900. No restrictions.

In the North Bay VA Palo Alto is the same policy now: (650) 496-2535

# ? Mar 9, 2021 02:19

Mr. Nice!: Oct 13, 2005; c-spam cannot afford

Got my first dose of Moderna today!

# ? Mar 12, 2021 18:17

Naramyth: Jan 22, 2009; Australia cares about cunts. Including this one.

The Medicine Shoppe pharmacy chain in ND has been having some supply glut. They now have a signup page so if you are in driving distance go sign up so you can go get the shot.

# ? Mar 12, 2021 20:39

WEH: Feb 22, 2009

Wisconsin is opening up eligibility to everyone over 16 with complicating health conditions on March 29th, and will not be requiring documentation to prove eligibility.

We had zero luck with pharmacies in Milwaukee when my spouse was looking to get vaccinated a week ago, but the health department site(s) in the city seem to be absolute crushing it. YMMV!

# ? Mar 12, 2021 21:06

Mr. Nice!: Oct 13, 2005; c-spam cannot afford

Arm is sore but less so than the anthrax vaccine so far.

# ? Mar 12, 2021 22:50

shame on an IGA: Apr 8, 2005

At T+30h my arm has reached tetanus booster levels of discomfort

# ? Mar 12, 2021 23:21

Icon Of Sin: Dec 26, 2008

I was completely floored for a day after my shot, with fever/chills/nausea, then woke up 2 days later like it had never happened. It was definitely in the �bad hangover� level of discomfort, but disappeared completely within ~36hrs.

Neither of my brothers got any side effects, so apparently I got to have everybody�s :smithicide:

# ? Mar 13, 2021 02:23

Midjack: Dec 24, 2007

Both shots of Pfizer gave me an aching arm that started after about six hours and lasted for three days, and feeling run down and tired for about the same duration. I also was dizzy when I woke up on days 5, 6, and 7; we will see how much longer that lasts.

# ? Mar 13, 2021 03:34

iwentdoodie: Apr 29, 2005; 🤗YOU'RE WELCOME🤗

If you're in the Tampa area and enrolled at Haley, give them a call ASAP if they haven't sent you a text. Shots are open and they're scheduling them fairly quickly from what I've seen and heard.

# ? Mar 13, 2021 13:11

Duzzy Funlop: Jan 13, 2010; Hi there, would you like to try some spicy products?

If I'm lucky, I might get vaccinated in June

Yay

# ? Mar 13, 2021 15:21

Flying_Crab: Apr 12, 2002

WEH posted:

Wisconsin is opening up eligibility to everyone over 16 with complicating health conditions on March 29th, and will not be requiring documentation to prove eligibility.

We had zero luck with pharmacies in Milwaukee when my spouse was looking to get vaccinated a week ago, but the health department site(s) in the city seem to be absolute crushing it. YMMV!

Sup Milwaukee person. I�ve been banking on our VA opening up to my age group soon, but as of last fall I have hypertension medication prescribed so I�m good under state rules on the 29th. Which site/vaccination location are you referring to by chance?

# ? Mar 13, 2021 16:08

Mr. Nice!: Oct 13, 2005; c-spam cannot afford

First day after Moderna. Arm is still sore. I can tell my body is fighting off something, but it's mild. Nothing else to report. I hope you all get shots soon.

# ? Mar 13, 2021 16:40

WEH: Feb 22, 2009

Flying_Crab posted:

Sup Milwaukee person. I�ve been banking on our VA opening up to my age group soon, but as of last fall I have hypertension medication prescribed so I�m good under state rules on the 29th. Which site/vaccination location are you referring to by chance?

The Wisconsin Center downtown is where we ended up, but certain schools and libraries are in the mix occasionally as well.

She registered through https://city.milwaukee.gov/CovidVax to get her appointment, but I'm not sure when people that become eligible on the 29th will be able to start scheduling appointments.

# ? Mar 13, 2021 18:35

Discussion Quorum: Dec 5, 2002; Armchair Philistine

For TX folks, HEB lets you check the entire state at once and it seems to update continuously. If you're going to poopsock and :f5:

, it's probably the easiest option.

Got my first dose of Moderna yesterday at one of the drive-through sites in Houston. The whole process took about an hour (including the 15 minute observation period) but was pretty efficient overall. My shoulder was really sore yesterday, but it probably wasn't helped by coming home and immediately having to wrangle a 25lb toddler, who picked the absolute worst day to be sick, off to the doctor.

Approaching 24h now and my arm is just a bit sore and stiff. I'm pretty tired but again, probably because of a sick kid who couldn't sleep last night unless he was being held :smith:

Good luck y'all.

# ? Mar 13, 2021 20:00

ASAPI: Apr 20, 2007; I invented the line.

Discussion Quorum posted:

For TX folks, HEB lets you check the entire state at once and it seems to update continuously. If you're going to poopsock and , it's probably the easiest option.

Got my first dose of Moderna yesterday at one of the drive-through sites in Houston. The whole process took about an hour (including the 15 minute observation period) but was pretty efficient overall. My shoulder was really sore yesterday, but it probably wasn't helped by coming home and immediately having to wrangle a 25lb toddler, who picked the absolute worst day to be sick, off to the doctor.

Approaching 24h now and my arm is just a bit sore and stiff. I'm pretty tired but again, probably because of a sick kid who couldn't sleep last night unless he was being held

Good luck y'all.

loving HEB. Figures they managed to create a tool that is usable compared to the government.

# ? Mar 14, 2021 15:40

Pine Cone Jones: Dec 6, 2009; You throw me the acorn, I throw you the whip!

Still no luck trying to get an appointment set up for my husband. Neither him or I have been able to find anything despite checking several times a day in central PA. Are there any good updated resources on how to find something?

# ? Mar 14, 2021 16:15

SquirrelyPSU: May 27, 2003

Pine Cone Jones posted:

Still no luck trying to get an appointment set up for my husband. Neither him or I have been able to find anything despite checking several times a day in central PA. Are there any good updated resources on how to find something?

It doesn't seem like there is a wait-list like in other states. The CVS in my neighborhood started doing vaccines about 2 weeks ago. I'm probably not going to start seriously investigating the issue until I get a phone call or PA gets to Phase 1-C.

https://www.health.pa.gov/topics/disease/coronavirus/Vaccine/Pages/Vaccine.aspx

# ? Mar 14, 2021 16:59

Genocide Tendency: Dec 24, 2009; I get mental health care from the medical equivalent of Skillcraft.

Got an email today:

Lake Nona is going to have vaccine rounds on the 16-19th. Only req is that you be currently enrolled and receiving care in the region.

# ? Mar 16, 2021 01:05

Flying_Crab: Apr 12, 2002

Milwaukee VA is still 55+, meanwhile less than 100 miles away at the Madison and both Chicago VAs things are wide open. This is beyond frustrating to seemingly be one of the last VA hospitals not doing all ages.

# ? Mar 16, 2021 01:34

UP THE BUM NO BABY: Sep 1, 2011; by Hand Knit

https://twitter.com/ChickasawNation/status/1370515443514019848?s=19

# ? Mar 16, 2021 14:32

Flying_Crab: Apr 12, 2002

On paper my VA (Milwaukee) is only doing 55+ right now, but I called my primary care clinic this morning to ask about timelines/standby lists (as some people had mentioned getting in on) and they immediately scheduled me for a Pfizer shot this afternoon without blinking.

They were absolutely wide open all day for appointments basically, so I've no idea why they aren't widely asking for more people to come in. :iiam:

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# ? Apr 19, 2024 21:42

Flying_Crab: Apr 12, 2002

Update: just got the auto text saying the Milwaukee VA is open to all ages as of today, so not a mystery as to why they scheduled me this morning. :toot:

# ? Mar 16, 2021 18:15

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