March 1, 2021 – The Macon County Health Department will hold a second dose clinic on March 2 at Richland Community College at the National Sequestration Education Center near the wind turbines. According to the MCHD, there are plenty of available appointments for all residents due for a second dose at this time.
This clinic is intended only for persons who live or work in Macon County and who received their first Moderna COVID-19 vaccine from the MCHD on or before February 5. If you have not already spoken with an MCHD representative regarding getting your second dose vaccination, please register online or call (217) 718-6205.
Those who plan to attend should:
• Not register for any clinic or attend an appointment if they are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, are awaiting COVID-19 test results, or are in isolation and/or quarantine
• Be prepared to wait 15-30 minutes for monitoring after receipt of the vaccine
• Bring a work ID badge or current paystub to verify frontline essential worker status or a form of ID to verify age to prove eligibility (Those who cannot provide proof of residency or employment in Macon County will be turned away.)
• Bring a copy of your insurance card. If you have Medicare, be sure to bring your red, white, and blue Medicare card, even if you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan. If you are unable to make a copy, please bring the original
• Bring your white COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card (received during first dose)
• Wear a short sleeve shirt and face covering
• Complete vaccine forms, print, and bring them to the clinic to save time. The vaccine forms can be found by visiting maconcountyhealth.org. If you are unable to complete and print the forms, they will also be available onsite
• Be prepared to complete the MCHD screening process upon arrival. This process includes answering questions as well as a temperature check.
