Vaccine clinics open in YMCAs across Greater Twin Cities area
Registered Pharmacist Ken Ramey with CVS, prepares to give a COVID-19 vaccine, Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, at the Isles of Vero Beach assisted and independent senior living community in Vero Beach, Fla.[AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee/File]
On Monday, Gov. Tim Walz and YMCA of the North announced a series of free COVID-19 vaccine clinics at YMCA locations across the Greater Twin Cities area.
"COVID-19 vaccines are the best tools we have to keep our children and families safe and beat this pandemic," Walz said. "Now is a critical time to make sure all of our family members 12 years of age and older are vaccinated to ensure a safe and healthy school year. Thank you to the YMCA of the North for helping bring these life-saving vaccines into our communities, meeting Minnesotans where they are, and making it easier than ever to get your family protected against COVID-19."
Through a partnership between the state and YMCA of the North, Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines will be offered to all Minnesotans 12 and older at more than a dozen YMCA locations.
"The YMCA is honored to serve as a community hub in efforts such as these free clinics to advance wellbeing for all," Glen Gunderson, president and CEO of YMCA of the North, said. "We are committed to keeping our communities healthy and strong."
Minnesotans will be able to walk in or make an appointment online and can receive either the first or second dose.