CVS Pharmacy Administers COVID-19 Vaccines in New Jersey

As part of its commitment to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic, CVS Pharmacy has partnered with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to administer vaccinations at select store locations in New Jersey. The pharmacy giant was among the major national pharmacies that pledged to provide vaccinations at store locations and long-term care facilities.

Starting on Friday, CVS Pharmacy will begin administering the vaccines to eligible individuals, including those 65 years of age or older, anyone 16 years old with medical conditions as defined by the CDC, and first responders. To receive a vaccine, residents can either download the CVS Pharmacy app or print out an appointment confirmation from a stand-alone CVS Pharmacy store.

Walk-in vaccinations without an appointment will not be provided, according to CVS. Visitors are urged to exercise patience during the process, which may take some time. The pharmacy chain has also set up a system for making appointments at select locations across New Jersey, including Brigantine, Cedar Grove, Chatham, Dumont, East Brunswick, Edison, Elizabeth, Flemington, Green Brook, Hackettstown, Harrison Township, Hazlet, Highlands, Ledgewood, Northvale, Princeton, Ringwood, Seaside Heights, Tabernacle, Union, Union City, Vernon, Villas, Vineland, Voorhees, West Orange, and Whiting.

Appointments can be made online by visiting the CVS Pharmacy website. However, due to high demand, the site may experience downtime at times. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced that CVS will receive approximately 19,900 doses of the vaccine, while Rite-Aid will receive around 7,500 doses.

The COVID-19 vaccines are being delivered through a federal pharmacy partnership and will not impact the state's allocation of vaccines. This is an important point, as it ensures that New Jersey residents will continue to receive their fair share of vaccinations.

For those who are eligible, receiving a vaccine at CVS Pharmacy is a significant step towards protecting themselves and their loved ones from COVID-19. As Dr. Anthony Fauci has said, 'virtually everybody' could start getting the vaccine in April. By taking advantage of this opportunity, New Jersey residents can play an important role in helping to contain the spread of the virus.

Stay informed about the latest developments on the COVID-19 pandemic and vaccination efforts by visiting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at . For more information on CVS Pharmacy's vaccination program, visit their website or stop by a participating location.

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