Pfizer’s pediatric COVID vaccine now available in Union County

COVID-19 vaccinations for children ages 5 to 11 are now available in Union County.

Many counties received their first allotment of doses on Monday, and all counties should have them by week’s end, said Sarah Ekstrand, a spokesperson for the Iowa Department of Public Health.

“If vaccines are not immediately available in a community, please remain patient as providers wait for their supply,” Ekstrand said. “The (U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) has assured states that the pediatric vaccine supply is adequate, and states are able to order more doses to meet demand.”

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Pfizer’s pediatric COVID vaccine last month. Iowa ordered about 99,000 doses. The state’s coronavirus website is expected to soon begin publishing vaccination rates for Iowa children ages 5 to 11.

In Union County, Pfizer’s vaccine for children is available through Greater Regional Health, Union County Public Health and Walmart Pharmacy.

According to a Greater Regional press release, “vaccinations are an excellent tool to keep our communities safe form COVID-19 and are recommended for all eligible ages.”

To schedule a child for the COVID vaccine at, call Union County Public Health at 641-782-3545. Patients of Greater Regional Health Primary Clinics can also call (641) 782-2131 to schedule.

Union County Public Health has an initial pediatric COVID-19 vaccine clinic scheduled Nov. 13. The public can call and get an appointment while spots are available at 641-782-3545 or visit www.greaterregional.org. The vaccine is being allocated initially, please be patient pending demand.

Walmart is administering Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5 - 11 following the FDA and CDC authorization. Appointments can be made online at www.walmart.com/cp/5431. Walk-ins are welcome.

Pediatric COVID-19 vaccines are not currently available in Union County at Medicap and Hy-Vee pharmacies.