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2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Florida Department of Health in Putnam County
- 386-326-3200 or 800-440-0420
- chd54webmaster@flhealth.gov
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Mailing Address
2801 Kennedy Street
Palatka, FL 32177
Register at any one of these sites for your COVID-19 vaccination.
CVS - (select locations)
Wal-Mart - (select locations)
Sam’s Club - (select locations)
Winn Dixie - (select locations)
Walgreens Pharmacies - (select locations)
Online appointments can be made through the State of Florida's appointment scheduling system at myvaccine.fl.gov. Residents may also call 833-540-2077 to register for an appointment.
Once preregistered, individuals will receive a call when vaccine appointments become available. Note that preregistering does not guarantee an appointment and individuals must receive an appointment date and time to report for a vaccine. Due to limited supply and high demand, individuals may not receive a call regarding an appointment for an extended period of time.
At this time, the following Florida residents may register for an appointment:
Long-term care facility residents and staff.
Persons 18 years of age and older.
Health care personnel with direct patient contact.
- Persons determined to be extremely vulnerable to COVID-19. (signed form required see below)
The Pfizer vaccine is authorized for persons age 16 and up. The Moderna and Johnson and Johnson vaccines are authorized for persons age 18 and up.
For the latest vaccine updates, please visit the department's website.
- Those deemed extremely vulnerable to COVID-19
- FEMA sites administering the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
- Additional vaccination sites
- Medicaid transportation for COVID-19 vaccinations
- Homebound Seniors/Residents
- Vaccine Forms
Per Executive Order 21-47, once a licensed physician has determined a reason for the exception, he or she can then either provide the COVID-19 vaccine on site* if it is available, or fill out and sign a DOH form which has been sent out to health care providers directly, however, you may also view or download the required form.
vaccines for this group may only be administered by a physician, advanced practice registered nurse or licensed pharmacist. Please bring a copy of the doctor signed form with you to any appointments
Orange County
Valencia College – West Campus
1800 S. Kirkman Road Orlando, FL 32811
7 a.m. – 7 p.m., 7 days a week
Duval County
Gateway Mall
5200 Norwood Ave. Jacksonville, FL 32208
7 a.m. – 7 p.m., 7 days a week
Hillsborough County
Tampa Greyhound Track
755 E. Waters Ave. Tampa, FL 33604
7 a.m. – 7 p.m., 7 days a week
Miami-Dade
Miami Dade Community College – North Campus
11380 NW 27th Ave. Miami, FL 33167
7 a.m. – 7 p.m., 7 days a week
Vaccines are also available at:
CVS - (select locations)
Wal-Mart - (select locations)
Sam’s Club - (select locations)
Winn Dixie - (select locations)
Walgreens Pharmacies - (select locations)
Do you need a ride to get a COVID-19 vaccine? Do you have Medicaid?
If yes, there is help! Florida Medicaid will take you to get the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost. All you need to do is set up a time to get your vaccine. Next, let your Medicaid plan know you need a ride and they will take care of the rest. If you are not enrolled in a plan, call the Medicaid Helpline at 1-877-254-1055 to fnd out the name and phone number for a transportation service.
The State of Florida is launching a new way for homebound seniors to sign up to have the vaccine come directly to them.
Please email HomeboundVaccine@em.myflorida.com to put in your request or call 833-930-3672.
To prepare for your vaccination at the fairgrounds, please print out and read the information below.
It is critical for Floridians to fully understand and follow important healthy activities related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please remember the following significant precautions:
- Practice Social Distancing. (Maintain at least 6 feet between other people in any public area.)
- Wash your hands often for at least 20 seconds. (Or use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.)
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. (Once contaminated, hands can transfer the virus to your eyes, nose or mouth.)
You can learn more about preventing COVID-19 by visiting https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/prevention/.
Guidance for Individuals with Disabilities
In addition, please review the attached fact sheet from the National Association of Chronic Disease Directors which includes good information for people with underlying conditions.
All updates from the Florida Department of Health are available here: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov. The COVID-19 Call Center is also available 24/7 at 1 (866) 779-6121. The COVID-19 Email Center can be reached at COVID-19@flhealth.gov.Please share these important messages and resources with your community members.
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