As the change in seasons approaches, so does the cold and its illnesses like the flu and even COVID-19.
Despite the recent controversy and politically increasing circumstances from the Department of Health and Health Services, those in the Murray-Calloway County area can still receive vaccinations.
According to The New York Times, RFK Jr’s federal vaccine committee unanimously voted to limit COVID-19 vaccines, recommending that adults 65 and older only receive shots after discussing the benefits and risks with a health care provider.
Kennedy also rescinded endorsements for some flu vaccines in July. The New York Times writes it was because the affected vaccines contained a preservative feared to cause autism and would not be recommended by federal guidelines.
The panel said anyone ages six months to 64 years could receive the COVID-19 vaccine if they consulted with a provider.
Where to receive them
In Murray-Calloway County, you can receive a COVID-19 and flu vaccine from the following pharmacies.
CVS on 100 N. 12th St.
Walmart pharmacy on 809 N. 12th St.
Walgreens on 1205 Main St.
Kroger Pharmacy on 808 N. 12th St.
To receive the vaccination, individuals can go to the respective pharmacy’s website and schedule an appointment. But only individuals aged 65+ or individuals between six months and 64 with certain health conditions/risk factors are eligible.
According to CVS Pharmacy, health conditions/risk factors that qualify the individual for the COVID-19 vaccination include but are not limited to diabetes, pregnancy, cancer, heart disease, chronic liver disease, kidney disease, substance use disorders, if the individual is a past or current smoker, etc.
For more information about COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, please visit the following links.
Centers for Disease Control.
https://www.cdc.gov/covid/risk-factors/index.html
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/vaccines/vaccinations.html
Department of Health and Human Services
https://www.hhs.gov/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccines/index.html
https://www.hhs.gov/risk-less-do-more/for-health-care-providers/patient-handout-what-you-should-know-about-flu-covid-19-and-rsv-vaccines/index.html
News Editor River Murt contributed to this story
