Lakewood Coronavirus Vaccination And Testing Update For March 28

Press release from the City of Lakewood:

March 29, 2021

COVID-19 is still an active threat – it has not gone away. It is still important to wear masks, practice social distancing, and be safe around others. It is also recommended to vaccinate as soon as you are eligible, and to get tested if you might have been exposed.

COVID-19 Vaccination in Lakewood

“Am I eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine?”

Use the Department of Health “PhaseFinder” to see if you are eligible.Eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine is expanding. As of March 31, individuals in Phase 1B Tier 4 (and all prior tiers) are eligible. That includes the following groups:

• Adults 60 and older
• Adults 50 and older in multigenerational households
• Individuals 16 and older with 2+ underlying conditions
• Residents and workers in congregate care settings
• Health care workers
• High-risk “critical” workers in many industries
• K-12 school faculty and staff
• Workers in licensed child care settings

“How do I set a vaccine appointment?”

COVID-19 vaccines are in high demand. An appointment is usually required.Use the VaccinateWA Appointment Finder to set an appointment at a local clinic. Also visit the Tacoma-Pierce Health Department site to learn about community vaccine events.Pierce County residents may sign up for “standby” status. People on standby will receive an alert when an opening is available.

“Do COVID-19 vaccines have side effects?”

Side effects may include sore arm, tiredness, headache, and muscle pain. These symptoms are a sign that the vaccine is working. Public health agencies have answers to common questions about vaccines. Refer to these sites to learn how vaccines are tested for safety and efficacy.

• Washington State Department of Health COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ
• Tacoma-Pierce Health Department COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ

COVID-19 Testing in Lakewood

“Should I get tested?”

You should get tested if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or if you may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19.Symptoms may include fever, chills, cough, difficulty breathing, aches, and fatigue. Other symptoms include loss of taste or smell, congestion, sore throat, nausea, and diarrhea.

“Where can I get tested for COVID-19?”

There are many testing sites in Pierce County. Appointments are usually required.

• Pierce County COVID-19 Testing Station
  • 3003 107th St S. Lakewood, 98499
  • Visit this link or call 253-798-6595
• Walgreens
  • 8224 Steilacoom Blvd SW Lakewood, WA 98498
  • 9505 Bridgeport Way SW Lakewood, WA 98499
  • Online registration required
• Rite Aid
  • 5700 100th Street SW Ste 100 Lakewood, WA 98499
  • Online registration required
• Community Health Care
  • 10510 Gravelly Lake Drive, Lakewood, WA 98404
  • Call (253) 722-2161 for pre-screening and appointment info

COVID-19 Data for Lakewood and Pierce County

Public health agencies have data dashboards with new case rates and other metrics.

• Tacoma-Pierce Health District COVID-19 data
• Washington State Department of Health COVID-19 data

This press release was produced by the City of Lakewood. The views expressed here are the author’s own.