SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Metropolis of Springfield will launch a brand new collection of covid-19 vaccine clinics Thursday with some big incentives for first-timers.
The clinics will likely be open each Thursday and Saturday in June. Thursday’s run from midday to eight within the night. Saturdays from 9 within the morning to 5 within the night.
“As we enter the busy summer time season with extra alternatives to journey and reconnect with family members – getting a COVID-19 vaccine is a crucial manner for folks to guard themselves and others,” stated Public Well being Commissioner Margret Cooke. “By internet hosting clinics in communities throughout the Commonwealth which have decrease vaccination charges, we purpose to make getting a vaccine handy and straightforward for our residents.”
“Well being and Human Companies Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris and I wish to thank the Baker-Polito Administration for his or her continued partnership in making this life-saving vaccine available,” stated Springfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno. “This vaccination clinic at STCC in the course of the month of June, due to the efforts of DPH and our native companions, gives a superb alternative for our residents to get their vaccination and booster photographs. The COVID-19 vaccine is our greatest wager to stop hospitalization and critical sickness. That is about public well being and saving lives. The vaccine is free and walk-ins are welcome – no appointment is required.”
Folks getting their first shot of the covid-19 vaccine will get a $100 grocery reward card. Second doses will get $25 grocery playing cards.
Photographs are free for everybody ages 5 and up. No ID or medical health insurance is required.
