Medford Prepares To Vaccinate Students 12 And Older

MEDFORD, MA — The Medford Public Schools and Board of Health will offer Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines to students ages 12 and older at a clinic next week. Eligibility for the Pfizer shot recently changed to include adolescents 12 years and older.

The clinic will be held Tuesday, May 18 from 2:30-6 p.m. in the Andrews School gymnasium. Students who are 16-18 years old must have a signed consent form from their parent/guardian to be vaccinated, and students who are between 12 and 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and bring a signed consent form.

Registration is recommended and may be done by clicking this link: https://www.maimmunizations.org/appointment/en/reg/9669520421

Walk-in appointments will be taken, but the supply is limited.