CVS to administer COVID-19 vaccines at 70 pharmacies across Texas

HOUSTON – CVS announced that pharmacies will begin administering COVID-19 vaccines to eligible populations at 70 CVS Pharmacy locations across Texas on Thursday, February 11.

For CVS pharmacies that will start offering COVID-19 vaccines on February 11, the appointments will be available for booking as early as February 9, when stores receive vaccine shipments.

The supply for the limited release will be approximately 38,000 total doses, according to a press release. Participating pharmacies are in communities across the state, including Houston, San Antonio, Abilene, Amarillo, Beaumont, Brownsville, El Paso, Laredo, Lubbock, Midland, Plano and Waco. As the offer becomes available, the company said it will expand to more locations and offer additional appointments.

“One of our greatest strengths as a company is our presence in communities across the country, which makes us an ideal partner to administer vaccines in a safe, convenient and family-friendly manner,” said Karen S. Lynch, president and chief executive officer, CVS Health. “We continue to be grateful for the commitment of our colleagues at the front, whose dedication allowed us to provide care and peace of mind during the pandemic.”

Ads

Vaccines at participating locations in Texas will be available to individuals who meet state criteria, which will be confirmed by the state prior to distribution. Patients must register in advance at CVS.com or through the CVS Pharmacy app, and people without online access can contact CVS customer service at (800) 746-7287. Unmarked vaccination will not be provided.

The availability of COVID-19 vaccines in Texas is part of an initial deployment in 11 states and includes approximately 335 CVS pharmacy locations in California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, South Carolina and Virginia.