Registration for COVID-19 vaccine available for Alachua County residents over 65

ALACHUA COUNTY, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Alachua County anticipates receiving its first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines this week.

“This represents a significant milestone in our community’s response to this global pandemic.” said Paul Myers, Administrator of the Alachua County Health Department. “We are now accepting registrations from Alachua County residents who are age 65 and older.”

Those who want to register to receive the first of two doses have two options: click here to register or, individuals can call (352) 334-8810, 8 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week to register to receive the vaccine.

Registration requires your name, date of birth, phone number and address.

A representative from the Alachua County Health Department will contact registrants once vaccine availability is confirmed to provide vaccination time and location.