Cook County to release 25,000 vaccine appointments Sunday
Illinois health officials approve universal COVID-19 vaccination in areas where demand for shots lag
Illinois public health officials on Friday approved universal COVID-19 vaccination in areas where demand for the shots is lagging and pledged to dispatch mobile teams to boost vaccine distribution in one trouble spot as the disease’s toll started to creep back up.
COOK COUNTY, Ill. - Cook County Health will release approximately 25,000 Pfizer first-dose appointments at noon on Sunday, March 28.
The appointments will be released for the following locations:
- Triton College
- South Suburban College
- Des Plaines
- Forest Park
Individuals eligible for these appointments include those in Phases 1A, 1B and 1B+, along with certain individuals who were previously classified as 1C in the following sectors: higher education, government, media, restaurants, construction trades and religious leaders.
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Those in the county’s database classified as 1C, but who now meet the state’s new guidelines will receive an email with instructions on how to schedule.
All vaccinations are by appointment only.
Appointments can be made at vaccine.cookcountyil.gov or by calling 833-308-1988 Monday – Friday from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
The call center will also be open Sunday, March 28 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.