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Michele Clark HS 1 of 3 schools in CPS where students can get vaccinated for COVID-19

By AustinTalks | July 14, 2021

Shots will be administered on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting July 15 at the West Side high school. Students, their relatives and community members may register in advance, and walk-ins are also being accepted for the free vaccines. The two-dose Pfizer vaccine is the only one currently approved for individuals ages 12 to 17. A parent or guardian is required to be present for anyone under 18. Students 18 and older are also eligible for the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

Community

COVID-19 shot available Monday for seniors

By AustinTalks | May 9, 2021

Seniors are invited to learn about preventing COVID and get vaccinated at Westside Health Authority, 5437 W. Division St., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 10 and 27.

Community

COVID-19 shot available in Austin every Friday thru May

By AustinTalks | April 30, 2021

The Johnson & Johnson one dose shot is available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday through May 28 in the North Austin Library parking lot, 5724 W. North Ave. Walk-ups are welcome.

29th Ward

Some residents concerned about COVID vaccine accessibility for seniors as Loretto resumes vaccinations

By Zach Cunning | April 29, 2021

At this month’s meeting of the 29th Ward residents aired concerns about vaccine appointments and the alderman shared how the Chicago Police Department is preparing for summer violence. Residents also heard an update about a new grocery store that will be opening in the now-closed Salvation Army building in the 5300 block of West Chicago Avenue.

Community

Sign up today to get COVID-19 shots in Austin

By AustinTalks | April 22, 2021

There are appointments available for Austin residents to be vaccinated at The Loretto Hospital. Sign up online or call (312) 746-4835. You don’t need to have insurance or a government ID required, but proof of address is required.

Community

Get the COVID-19 shot Saturday on the West Side

By AustinTalks | April 9, 2021

Make an appointment now to get the COVID-19 shot at one of three West Side locations April 10. Call 773-261-3309 to get scheduled for the 4540 W. Washington, 2622 W. Jackson or 5151 W. Madison sites. All seniors, essential workers and people ages 18 to 64 with underlying health conditions are eligible to register as long as they’re Chicago residents.

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Austin residents can get vaccinated

By AustinTalks | March 10, 2021

Residents who are 18 and older can register to get the COVID-19 shots at one of two locations: Amundsen Park and Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School.

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West Side officials encourage residents to get COVID-19 vaccine

By Shelby E. Hawkins | March 2, 2021

A virtual town hall held last weekend addressed the reservations some people have about getting the vaccine. Officials said it’s especially important that African Americans get vaccinated, since Black Chicagoans are dying at a higher rate than other groups.

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Free COVID-19 shots available Saturday in Austin

By AustinTalks | February 25, 2021

Five hundred doses will be available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 27 at By The Hand Club For Kids, 415 N. Laramie Ave. Register ahead of time online or by calling.

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Will you get the COVID-19 vaccine?

By AustinTalks | February 23, 2021

Learn more about the importance of getting vaccinated at a virtual town hall sponsored by The Loretto Hospital. Speaking at Wednesday night’s event will be the hospital’s president and CEO, George Miller Jr., and its chief clinical officer, Dr. Nikhila Juvvadi. Tune in at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24.