Fayetteville, NC – Now that Cape Fear Valley Health (CFVH) offers COVID-19 vaccines to everyone over the age of 16, here is a useful guide to questions and answers for those who have not yet scheduled a vaccine meeting and want to.
Am I in a high priority group, can I schedule another vaccine appointment?
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Yes. Healthcare workers, key frontline workers, the elderly and teachers can still book appointments.
Is this vaccine limited to people living in a certain area?
Where do I schedule a vaccination?
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You can schedule a vaccination online for the Community Vaccine Clinic. You will need to indicate your first and last name, email address, phone number and which group you belong to. If you are not sure which group you belong to, consult the state guide to determine where you are. You will be allowed to choose a location depending on the availability of open slots.
How far in advance can I schedule an appointment for my first dose?
Are appointments needed for the second dose?
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No, appointments are not required to receive a second dose, but you are required to return to the same location as the first dose.
When and where do I receive the CFVH vaccine ?:
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Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center Auditorium in Fayetteville (Provides Pfizer vaccine)
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Health Pavilion North ExpressCare in North Fayetteville (Offers Pfizer vaccine) The first doses will be given from Tuesday to Friday, from 7:00 to 16:00
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Bladen County Hospital in Elizabethtown (Offers Modern vaccine) The first doses will be given on Thursday between 11:00 and 14:00
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Hoke Hospital in Raeford (Offers Moderna Vaccine) This clinic will only offer a second dose to those who have already received their first dose at Hoke Hospital.
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Hoke Pharmacy in Raeford (Offers Moderna vaccine) The first doses will be given on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, from 9:00 to 13:00
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Pharmacy Center in downtown Fayetteville (Offers Pfizer vaccine) The first doses will be given on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, between 11:00 and 16:00
Can I get the Johnson & Johnson vaccine through CFVH?
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Yes, the CFVH Auditorium Rehabilitation Center in Fayetteville (1638 Owen Drive) will host a J&J vaccine clinic on Wednesday, March 24, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The J&J vaccine requires a single dose, although it should be noted that it is not approved for adolescents under 18 years of age.
What are the age restrictions?
“It was such an easy process,” said Joan Kirkpatrick. “It’s changing a lot because I now feel safe in the community now. I’m happier to be part of this process of eliminating this virus so we can get back to our normal lives.”
During the state COVID-19 briefing on Tuesday, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen noted that nearly a third (31.7%) of adults received at least one dose of vaccination, and 18.8% are completely vaccinated.
“I urge everyone to get it,” said John Rivera, who was recently vaccinated. “I’m not surprised that in this great country it is possible to launch a vaccine to fight such a pandemic so quickly.”
“Our vaccine equity efforts remain a priority, along with speed,” Governor Roy Cooper said in a tweet. “We continue to vaccinate people quickly and correctly.”
The number of new cases of COVID-19 in the state has decreased, as opposed to the decrease as in recent weeks. Cohen said the state was “in a positive place.”
“Every blow in one arm brings us closer to turning the corner of this pandemic,” Cooper said.
The state says any adult in North Carolina who wants a coronavirus vaccine will be able to get one by May 1. Last week, CFVH exceeded the 100,000 dose stage.