Updated Jan. 1, 2022
Here’s a recap of current vaccine eligibility and availability in New York State.
Who is eligible to get vaccinated?
All New York residents ages 5 and older are eligible for a vaccine.
Where are vaccines available?
All providers are able to vaccinate any eligible New Yorker.
Northwell Health Peconic Bay Medical Center is currently offering vaccines to all eligible individuals at its Entenmann Campus at 4 West Second Street, Riverhead every Saturday. Schedule an appointment here.
CVS stores in New York are offering appointments for vaccines, including locations in Riverhead and Southampton. You can use the CVS website, the CVS mobile app (App Store, Google Play) , or call 1-800-746-7287 to book an appointment.
Walgreens also offers vaccinations to New Yorkers at select locations. To create and account and check eligibility and availability for the vaccine, visit the Walgreens website.
Additional information
Remember: Vaccines are distributed free of charge. There are three vaccines currently authorized by the federal government. Two, Pfizer and Moderna, are two-dose vaccines. The third, Johnson & Johnson, is one dose.
Booster shots are available for vaccinated individuals who completed their vaccine series at least six months prior.
For additional information about the vaccines, see the FDA website.
Editor’s note: This page will be updated with new information as it becomes available.
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