Paths Detroit Metropolitan Residents Can Follow to Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19

DETROIT – Monday marks the first day when people over 65 and some groups of essential workers are eligible to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

But there is a lot of confusion about how to actually get an appointment.

Here are several ways that people can take the photo.

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Many people want to know where they can apply for the vaccine. Unfortunately, the answer depends on where you live and work.

Here’s what you need to know to get started. If you are in an eligible group, there are two possible ways to obtain the vaccine.

The first is through the health department of the municipality where you live. Health departments will post updates on their websites as the vaccine arrives and consultations become available.

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These appointments will be quick, so it is important to check the sites frequently.

Many counties also offer the option to register to receive email alerts, so you will receive an email when new appointments become available.

Some health departments also make telephone appointments, but your best chance is likely to be online.

Detroit is different. City residents aged 75 and over and essential workers can call 313-230-0505 to make an appointment.

A relative or friend over 65 who runs someone over 75 can also make an appointment to get vaccinated at that time.

The second way to get a vaccine is through the primary health care system that your doctor is affiliated with.

Beaumont Health, Michigan Medicine, Henry Ford Health System and others will contact patients over 65 to begin scheduling vaccination appointments.

It is very important to make sure that you have an active online patient portal or my medical record linked to your email address.

Check your email frequently, as this is where the invitation to get vaccinated will be sent.

You can also call your doctor for information, but understand that they are overwhelmed with calls right now.

If you are an essential worker, there is a potential third way.

Many employers are working with health departments and hospitals to make appointments for their employees.

Consult your employer for more details on this option. In that case, you may be able to get the vaccine in the county in which you work, even if it is not the county in which you live.

O number of confirmed cases coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan increased to 523,618 on Monday, including 13,401 deaths, state officials reported.

Monday’s update includes 4,536 new cases and 47 additional deaths in the past two days.

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