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Atlantic County adds vaccine clinics during 'BoostNJ2' week

  • Atlantic County

BoostNJ2 Week is Feb. 23-March 1.

In support of Boost NJ2 Week, Feb. 23 through March 1, the Atlantic County Division of Public Health will increase the availability of its free COVID-19 vaccination and booster clinics that provide Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccine for residents 18 years and older and Pfizer pediatric vaccine for ages 5-17.

Additionally, anyone 12 and older who received a primary vaccination series is eligible for a booster and anyone who is immunocompromised is eligible for a fourth dose.

The clinic in Northfield at 201 S. Shore Road will be available 2-6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23; 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, Feb. 24; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26; and 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, March 1. The Pfizer pediatric vaccine will only be provided on Wednesday, Feb. 23 of that week.

Adult vaccines and boosters will also be available 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 1 in Hammonton at 310 Bellevue Ave.

No appointments are necessary for any of the clinics but facemasks are required for entrance to the facilities. Those seeking booster shots should bring proof of vaccination, either vaccine card or Docket app, and proof of identification.

Those who have questions about eligibility criteria or would like more information may call the Division of Public Health at 609-645-5933.