You can now register for a COVID vaccine at Ford Field

DETROIT – Health officials announced on Friday that Ford Field is becoming one of the 20 mass vaccination sites in the country.

On Monday, they were expected to open their first appointments for the mass vaccination post. But a last-minute change put the process on hold until 5:45 pm

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Michigan residents can now register with the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Ford Field in Detroit. The vaccination site is scheduled to open officially on March 24.

After registering, residents will receive an invitation by voice or text when it is their turn to schedule an appointment. The Ford Field website will operate from 8 am to 8:30 pm, seven days a week.

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You can click here to register online. Or you can send an EndCOVID text message to 75049. Or you can call the COVID-19 hotline at 888-535-6136 (press 1).

Residents who do not have access to the Internet or need assistance can use the MDHHS COVID-19 hotline to apply. Call from Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm, and on Saturdays or Sundays, from 8 am to 1 pm. The call center is expected to have long waiting times.

The vaccine will be offered free of charge and insurance is not required. Free parking will be available at the vaccination site.

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