Florida Department of Health Announces COVID-19 Moderna Vaccines for Seniors 65 and Older by Appointment in Bay County, Florida

By | January 5, 2021

All COVID-19 vaccine appointments filled for this week. DOH-Bay received a small supply of 2,000 vaccines in our initial shipment. 500 of those are allocated to our first responders.

Based on the current supplies we scheduled to our capacity of 100 appointments a day for Tuesday, January 5 – Friday, January 8 and 75 appointments every 2 hours on Saturday at our offsite event. Some of our supplies will also be used to vaccinate healthcare providers. Appointment availability is based on the number of available doses.

When additional vaccines are received, DOH-Bay will let the public know and open additional appointment slots. Please be patient as we are committed to get COVID-19 vaccines to our community.

Per the Governor’s Executive Order, the Florida Department of Health in Bay County will vaccinate seniors age 65 and older against COVID-19. The Moderna vaccine has recieved Emergency Use Authorization from the Food and Drug Administration. The FDA says it is effective at preventing COVID-19 and preventing serious illness if you do catch the virus. Some people may experience symptoms such as fever.

Please note, this initial allotment is very limited and additional appointments are based upon supplies.

Please bring your ticket number when you arrive for your appointment. If possible, please print and complete the consent form to bring with you to your appointment. Any concerns with your medical history should be discussed with your doctor in advance so you can make the most informed decision for your health.

Your second dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine should be approximately 28 days following your first dose. You will be provided with a card reminder.

If you live outside of Bay County, please consider how you will receive your second dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Different regions and States may have access to different vaccine types. Vaccines cannot be mixed. If you start with a Moderna vaccine, you must complete the Moderna series.

When you arrive, please park in a designated parking spot and follow directions provided. After your vaccine, you will need to be observed for 15 minutes. During this time, please stay in your car. If you have severe allergic reactions that require you to carry an epi pen please bring it to your appointment.

Consent forms:

Moderna Vaccine Information:

Moderna COVID-19 Patient Information Card

General Information on COVID-19 Vaccines: