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COVID-19 vaccinations are available at clinics, doctor's offices, and pharmacies including Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, Kroger, and Costco.
The Community Health Coalition (CHC) is helping North Carolinians do their part to end the COVID-19 pandemic and get vaccinated!
We are encouraging more North Carolina residents to get vaccinated and build a healthier community.
What You Should Know
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The vaccine is free everywhere in North Carolina.
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Age 18 and over can receive any of the three approved vaccines.
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Those aged 5-17 may only receive the Pfizer vaccine. Use My Spot to find locations that carry the Pfizer vaccine.
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No government-issued ID or insurance is needed.
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Everyone can be vaccinated, regardless of their immigration status.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We know it can be hard to find accurate and reliable information about COVID-19, the vaccines, and what’s going on in your community to stop the spread of COVID-19. That’s why we’ve pulled together the below FAQs to help you make the best decisions for you and your family.
All information has been sourced from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Johns Hopkins Medicine, and other reputable sources. Learn more about finding credible information.
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Q: Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe? Is one safer than another?A: All FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines have been proven safe and effective. No steps were skipped in the development of any of the vaccines. Recent developments in vaccine technology, in addition to decades of research, scientific work, and development, made the quick development of COVID-19 vaccines possible. No shortcuts were taken in the development of the COVID-19 vaccines. Learn more.
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Q: Can the vaccine give me COVID-19?A: No. The vaccines do not contain any living virus that can give you COVID-19.
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Q: Do any of the COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in the United States shed or release any of their components?A: No. Vaccine shedding is the term used to describe the release or discharge of any of the vaccine components in or outside of the body. Vaccine shedding can only occur when a vaccine contains a weakened version of the virus. None of the vaccines authorized for use in the United States contain a live virus. The mRNA and viral vector vaccines are the two types of currently authorized COVID-19 vaccines available.
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Q: Does the COVID-19 vaccine affect my fertility or chances of getting pregnant?A: No. If you are pregnant, or trying to become pregnant, it is safe for you to get the COVID-19 vaccine. There is currently no evidence that COVID-19 vaccination causes any problems with pregnancy, including the development of the placenta. In addition, there is no evidence that fertility problems are a side effect of any vaccine, including COVID-19 vaccines. Check with your doctor for more information.
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Q: Does the COVID-19 vaccine make you magnetic? Does it include a micro-chip?A: No. Receiving a COVID-19 vaccine will not make you magnetic, including at the site of vaccination which is usually your arm. COVID-19 vaccines do not contain ingredients that can produce an electromagnetic field at the site of your injection. All COVID-19 vaccines are free from metals such as iron, nickel, cobalt, lithium, and rare earth alloys, as well as any manufactured products such as microelectronics, electrodes, carbon nanotubes, and nanowire semiconductors. In addition, the typical dose for a COVID-19 vaccine is less than a milliliter, which is not enough to allow magnets to be attracted to your vaccination site even if the vaccine was filled with a magnetic metal. Learn more about the ingredients: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/covid-19/clinical-considerations/covid-19-vaccines-us.html#Appendix-C
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Q: Where can I find more information about COVID-19 vaccines?The CDC has several useful pages with easy to understand information about the vaccines. Check out FAQs, myths vs facts, and more here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/about-vaccines/index.html
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Q: Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe? Is one safer than another?A: All FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines have been proven safe and effective. No steps were skipped in the development of any of the vaccines. Recent developments in vaccine technology, in addition to decades of research, scientific work, and development, made the quick development of COVID-19 vaccines possible. No shortcuts were taken in the development of the COVID-19 vaccines. Learn more.
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Q: Can the vaccine give me COVID-19?A: No. The vaccines do not contain any living virus that can give you COVID-19.
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Q: Do any of the COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in the United States shed or release any of their components?A: No. Vaccine shedding is the term used to describe the release or discharge of any of the vaccine components in or outside of the body. Vaccine shedding can only occur when a vaccine contains a weakened version of the virus. None of the vaccines authorized for use in the United States contain a live virus. The mRNA and viral vector vaccines are the two types of currently authorized COVID-19 vaccines available.
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Q: Does the COVID-19 vaccine affect my fertility or chances of getting pregnant?A: No. If you are pregnant, or trying to become pregnant, it is safe for you to get the COVID-19 vaccine. There is currently no evidence that COVID-19 vaccination causes any problems with pregnancy, including the development of the placenta. In addition, there is no evidence that fertility problems are a side effect of any vaccine, including COVID-19 vaccines. Check with your doctor for more information.
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Q: Does the COVID-19 vaccine make you magnetic? Does it include a micro-chip?A: No. Receiving a COVID-19 vaccine will not make you magnetic, including at the site of vaccination which is usually your arm. COVID-19 vaccines do not contain ingredients that can produce an electromagnetic field at the site of your injection. All COVID-19 vaccines are free from metals such as iron, nickel, cobalt, lithium, and rare earth alloys, as well as any manufactured products such as microelectronics, electrodes, carbon nanotubes, and nanowire semiconductors. In addition, the typical dose for a COVID-19 vaccine is less than a milliliter, which is not enough to allow magnets to be attracted to your vaccination site even if the vaccine was filled with a magnetic metal. Learn more about the ingredients: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/covid-19/clinical-considerations/covid-19-vaccines-us.html#Appendix-C
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Q: Where can I find more information about COVID-19 vaccines?The CDC has several useful pages with easy to understand information about the vaccines. Check out FAQs, myths vs facts, and more here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/about-vaccines/index.html
COVID-19 Resources
Find a Vaccine Location Near You
Search by zip code for pharmacies and providers that offer vaccinations. CLICK HERE
Need a Ride to a Vaccine Appointment?
FREE roundtrip transportation to COVID-19 vaccine appointments. Call 1-844-771-RIDE or CLICK HERE
Seniors 65 years and older, contact Community Health Coalition at 919-470-8680 or email contact@communityhealthcoalition.com.
COVID-19 Vaccines for Homebound Patients
If you are unable to go to a vaccine location due to health or mobility concerns, contact the Durham County Community Paramedics for an at-home vaccine. Appointments are available every Thursday from 10am-4 pm. CLICK HERE
COVID-19 Impact Survey
This study collected responses from 2,055 adults living in Durham County to understand the social, economic, and health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on residents and how these impacts differed by race, ethnicity, and disability.
This project was conducted by Shaw University, Community Health Coalition, NC Institute for Public Health, NC State Center for Health Statistics, and was published June 2023. LEARN MORE
NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) COVID-19 Response
NC's COVID information hub for news & updates, daily metrics, testing & vaccine information. CLICK HERE
Know the Symptoms
Learn about the symptoms, how to quarantine, and when to seek medical attention. CLICK HERE
COVID-19 Testing
If you are experiencing symptoms or think you may have COVID-19, you should get tested. Find a testing location near you or request an at-home test kit if you unable to pick one up at your local pharmacy. LEARN MORE
Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests
All households in the US are eligible to order 8 free rapid antigen at-home COVID-19 tests through the US Department of Health and Human Services. CLICK HERE
