The Allentown Health Bureau is now scheduling appointments for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for qualifying healthcare staff in Lehigh County.

In accordance with regulations established by the CDC, the Bureau is taking appointments for COVID vaccination for members of the following groups ONLY:

• Licensed medical professionals & care staff including but not limited to: EMS professionals, dentists, podiatrists, dermatologists, ophthalmologists, primary care physicians, etc.
• Home health agency staff including hospice, visiting nurses, physical therapy, occupational health, home health aides, etc.

Members of these groups only, may call 610-437-7760 ext 0 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. to schedule an appointment to receive the vaccine. Vaccinations will begin on Tuesday, December 29.

The Bureau is receiving a limited supply of the Moderna vaccine from the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

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