LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department’s more recent COVID-19 vaccine clinic had 400 available appointment slots and was open to anyone age 18 or older who lives or works in Lexington. It was also the first clinic to stay open for extended hours, closing at 6 p.m.
What You Need To Know
- Vaccines available to anyone 18 and over
- Extended hours implemented to reach more people
- Clinic is free and uses Moderna vaccine
- Registration can be completed online or by calling 859-899-2222
“Today is our first time being able to go into the evening hours,” said Kevin Hall, Lexington-Fayette County Health Department (LFCHD) communications officer. “We're here today until 6 p.m. and this does give people a chance as they get off work, or maybe people who before they go in who work at night shift, to be able to get this vaccine.”
The clinic is also the first open to anyone age 18 or older as vaccine availability has increased recently.
“We know that there are more people we need to reach,” Hall said. “So, if you need the vaccine in Lexington, if you're 18 and older, it’s your turn. You don't need to wait any longer. Sign up, get registered, make your appointment, get this vaccine.”
The LFCHD has administered more than 12,400 doses of the vaccine since Dec. 21, 2020. The clinics are free and use the Moderna vaccine. Appointments can be made at www.lfchd.org/vaccine. Anyone without internet access or a computer can call 859-899-2222 between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. for help registering.