(Media release from the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Northwest Health District):
The Floyd County Health Department has expanded Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to include ages five to 11. For convenience, please schedule all COVID-19 vaccinations by calling the Floyd County Health Department at 706-295-6123.
All Georgians five and older are now eligible for free COVID-19 vaccine. Pfizer is the only COVID vaccine currently approved for ages five through 17, however the health department also offers Moderna and J&J vaccines for those over 17.
In addition to health department, COVID-19 vaccines are available through pediatrician offices, local pharmacies, and other healthcare providers. For vaccine availability, please go to vaccines.gov.
Flu shots are also available from most healthcare providers, including the health department, and recommended for anyone over six month of age.