UCR Health is excited to announce that we are now vaccinating UCR Health patients who are 65 and older with an invitation and appointment for the Covid-19 Vaccine.
What are the benefits of getting the vaccine?
- The Covid-19 vaccine will help prevent you from getting Covid-19 – according to the CDC, all Covid-19 vaccines in the United States have shown to be highly effective at preventing Covid-19.
- The vaccination is a safer way to build protection against the virus – Covid-19 affects everyone in different ways, some people may experience serious, life-threatening complications.
- Covid-19 vaccinations are an important tool to help stop the pandemic – wearing masks and social distancing have been a way to reduce exposure to the virus however, the vaccination will aid in fighting against the virus if you are exposed.
If you are interested in making an appointment through UCR Health please complete this brief APPOINTMENT SURVEY to start the process.
Please note that while we’re inviting more patients to schedule their vaccination appointment every day, you may be able to get a vaccine appointment more quickly through your local public health department. For more information about the Covid-19 vaccination series, please visit our COVID Vaccine FAQs page.