CVS and Walgreens offering 3rd dose for those with weakened immune systems

[dalton99a]

https://abc7chicago.com/cvs-pharmacy-walgreens-third-covid19-vaccine-dose-booster-shots/10951365/

CVS and Walgreens offering 3rd dose of COVID-19 vaccine for those with weakened immune systems
Saturday, August 14, 2021 9:44AM

CVS says people can schedule vaccination appointments on their website.

A spokesperson for the company said those who want the booster shot will also be required to confirm that they are immuno-compromised during the scheduling process as well as when they get the third dose.

If you're eligible, bring your vaccination record to appointments. You'll also be required to attest to your eligibility.

WILL I NEED A DOCTOR'S NOTE OR A BLOOD TEST?

The government isn't requiring either - patients will just need to tell the vaccine provider why they're seeking another dose. "We would want to make that as easy as possible," said Dr. William Schaffner, an infectious diseases expert at Vanderbilt University.

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[BannonsLiver]

1. Hmmm, I may look into this

[Texaswitchy]

2. Good deal.

I will be there.

[GPV]

3. J&J, ulcerative colitis. Wonder if they can do anything with that?

[JoanofArgh]

5. I bet they will. I'd try it.

[JoanofArgh]

4. Hell, everybody'll be lining up if they don't need a prescription.

[BannonsLiver]

6. I'm giving it some thought.

[JoanofArgh]

7. I mean they couldn't actually prosecute people, could they?

[BannonsLiver]

8. I wouldn't think so

I think the worst that could happen is they charge you for the dose or bill your insurance company. Some here will likely point to lying to get authorization to get the vaccine but it’s not a controlled substance like opioids are so that’s not really apples to apples.

[Texaswitchy]

9. I will be 68 this year.

That should be enough.

The virus is getting worse.

[rwheeler31]

10. I am not at all clear on what would qualify.

So many people have been diagnosed with chronic conditions like RA and Copd and heart problems, are these people included?

[cayugafalls]

12. I hope so, I have RA and take immunosuppressants...seeking 3rd dose asap.

I will not be a victim of the un-vaxxed stupid.

[agingdem]

11. Getting my covid booster tomorrow morning at 9 at CVS

had no problem signing up...lots of questions and I was done..

[bahboo]

13. well...I just had a pacemaker installed and I'll be 68 soon...

should work I think....

[Goonch]

14. CVS APPOINTMENT EASY PEASY:

https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine?icid=coronavirus-lp-nav-vaccine

Only one question re: being immunocompromised. Multiple choice answers include "I don't know".

[Shanti Shanti Shanti]

15. Seriousy? They dont ask specific drugs being taken or your condition?

[Goonch]

16. Seriously

No questions about drugs or other conditions just Medicare or drug coverage - all Yes No or I don't know answers.

[Shanti Shanti Shanti]

17. Cool, i have a CVS a mile from my house, will try Mon am, thx, do they ask for your Covid vacc card?

[Goonch]

18. No - not at sign up

You put in your zip code and they spit out nearest pharmacies