COVID-19 Vaccinations
Vaccination is an important step on the path out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Island County Public Health (ICPH), in coordination with the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) and other partners, continue to plan for Island County vaccine distribution.
DOH and ICPH are using a phased approach to administering the vaccine as developed by the DOH allocation guidance. The DOH update on vaccination allocation is available online with the COVID-19 Vaccination Progress Dashboard and Data.
This page will be updated as new information becomes available.
Learn How the Vaccine Works
Vaccines help your immune system fight future infections. The COVID-19 will train your body to develop defenses to the disease without having to get sick. More details about this are available online
Current Phase: Phase 1 Tier B1
Individuals who meet Phase 1B Tier 1 Allocation are individuals over the age of 65 and individuals over the age of 50 who live in a multigenerational household. A multigenerational household is defined as two generations in a household with an adult over 50; does not include adults caring for their own children. Individuals who meet Phase 1A Tier 1 and 2 are also still eligible to receive vaccine.
The current vaccine allocation is NOT for individuals who want to go visit sick or elderly family members. Studies of the vaccine have not yet shown evidence that it prevents the spread of the COVID-19. However, it has been shown to help people from getting severely sick should they contract the virus. This is why it is important to continue to take steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by continuing to wear a mask and washing your hands frequently.
Next Phase: Phase 1B2 Allocation Group
How to Find Your Phase and Schedule Your Vaccine
Washington State Department of Health has created a website that helps you determine your phase and schedule a vaccine appointment with a nearby provider.
Please visit
FindYourPhaseWA.org
Vaccination Locations
ICPH is not the provider of vaccinations. Public Health is coordinating the delivery of vaccines to providers. Find a complete list of vaccination locations at Washington
State Department of Health. To confirm your eligibility, please visit FindYourPhaseWA.org. Please note some locations must be scheduled through the Find Your Phase website.
Anacortes
Island Medical
Center Pharmacy
1211 24th Street
Anacortes, WA 98221
Camano Island
Camano
Island Health System
1283 Elger Bay Road, Suite A
Camano Island, WA 98282
Email: info@camanoislandhealth.com
This site just opened. Please be patient with staff.
Everett
Providence
Medical Building at Colby Campus
1330 Rockefeller Avenue
Everett, WA 98201
Skagit County Fairgrounds
January
26 Mass Clinic
Snohomish County
https://www.snohd.org/564/COVID-Vaccine-Info
Whidbey Island
Island Drug
32170 State Route 20
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
WhidbeyHealth
101 North Main Street
Coupeville, WA 98239
Providers and Public Health are working together to increase the numbers of places providing vaccine and will update the list as they become available.
The Center in Oak Harbor is not a Provider of
vaccines at this time. They are assisting Seniors with the Find Your Phase
tool.
Island
County Strong
PLEASE DO NOT MAKE MULTIPLE APPOINTMENTS AT MULTIPLE SITES WHEN
YOU DO THIS, YOU ARE LIMITING THE POTENTIAL OF SOMEONE ELSE TO BE VACCINATED
Vaccine Details
The two vaccines Public Health received are from Pfizer-BioNTech (Pfizer) and Moderna.
Pfizer Vaccine Approval
On December 11, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted an emergency use authorization (EUA) to the Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for persons 16 years and older. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup also voted to recommend the vaccine.
Moderna Vaccine Approval
On December 18, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted an emergency use authorization (EUA) to the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine for persons 18 years and older. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup also voted to recommend the vaccine.
Chart Comparing Vaccines
Clinical trial data shows that the vaccine is effective at preventing COVID-19 infection starting seven days after the second dose. An individual is not considered fully protected until one to two weeks after they receive the second dose.
Individuals receiving vaccinations do not have to self-isolate during the vaccination process.
Currently, WhidbeyHealth in Coupeville and Island Drug located in Oak Harbor are vaccinating individuals who meet the 1A and 1B requirements. Individuals who meet 1A or 1B requirements will be required to provide proof of eligibility in the form of a voucher letter or proof of employment in the form of badge or employee identification card. A scheduled appointment is required.
ICPH is not planning to hold massive vaccination clinics at this time due to the refrigeration requirements. ICPH is monitoring the delivery of vaccines and will respond in partnership with community vaccine providers, as necessary. Due to the time it takes to thaw vaccine, appointments are required to receive a vaccine at a vaccination provider location.