vaccine

Schools typically mandate vaccines that prevent highly contagious diseases. The coronavirus spreads easily, but experts say we need to learn more about whether new vaccines can protect kids from it safely.

Vaccines are avalable for ages 65 and older. Due to the limited supply of vaccine, a reservation is required.

The vaccines will be administered at the health department's main building at 2695 Municipal Way, Tallahassee. Residents must call to make an appointment.

Residents 65 and older and health care workers with direct exposure to patients can call the health department to get vaccinated.

Vaccinations against COVID-19 are underway in South Florida. We will be updating this site as more venues announce appointment openings.

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday asked Floridians to be patient as COVID-19 vaccines are rolled out for the state’s seniors, a process that is already creating a rush and placing a substantial burden on hospitals that play a key role in carrying out the governor’s directives.

Shortly after the county opened its website Monday morning, it said to expect delays when attempting to make an appointment "as work continues to mitigate the technical issues."

After seniors camped out in 50-degree weather overnight to wait for a vaccination, Roger Desjarlais discusses the decision to not use appointments.

Florida Hospital Association President Mary Mayhew and Florida Medical Association CEO Tim Stapleton encouraged health workers to share their experience receiving the coronavirus vaccine with others.

The panel is enlisting faith leaders, HBCU presidents, elected officials and others to advocate for the vaccine in minority communities.