Persons 75 and older are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination as of today, Monday, Feb. 15, Umatilla County Health (UCo Health) announed.
COVID-19 vaccination will continue for persons eligible in previous groups. UCo Health will hold a drive-thru vaccination clinic on Friday, Feb. 19. Due to the possibility of inclement weather, Pendleton drive-thru events will be held at the future home of Tum-a-Lum Lumber (former Gilbert Auto location), 2260 S.E. Court St. Limited first doses will be available to eligible individuals. Second doses will be available for individuals who received their first dose of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine on or before Jan. 22.
Persons eligible for vaccination should select an arrival window online. Individuals unable to access the online form may call 541-278-6311 for assistance. Bilingual Spanish staff are available.
The public is asked to refrain from calling the UCo Health office regarding COVID-19 vaccination appointments.
Mirasol Family Health Center will offer COVID-19 vaccination by appointment. Existing patients may schedule appointments by calling 541-567-1717. Individuals who are not established patients may email Mirasol@yvfwc.org to be added to the appointment wait list.
Safeway Pharmacies in Hermiston, Pendleton and Milton-Freewater are now offering limited COVID-19 vaccination by appointment only through the Federal Pharmacy Partnership. Those currently eligible for vaccination can schedule an appointment online.
Umatilla County residents should anticipate an extended timeline for vaccination due to changes in Oregon’s COVID-19 vaccine prioritization and continued vaccine allocation delays. UCo Health is prepared to hold mass drive-thru COVID-19 vaccination events weekly, pending vaccine allocation. Public notification of COVID-19 vaccine events, including vaccine eligibility, will be provided following the weekly vaccine allocation notification.
Umatilla County residents to are encouraged to call 211 with questions regarding COVID-19 and/or COVID-19 vaccination. If you are exhibiting symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath, call your primary care provider FIRST to discuss the next steps. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
