Thousands of locals are nearing full vaccination – News 11’s Crystal Jimenez reports
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The state COVID-19 vaccination center at the Yuma Civic Center began administering the second dose of the Pfizer shot on Monday.
Three weeks ago, the Yuma Civic Center became the new home for locals to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Now those who received the first dose line up for the second dose.
According to health officials, it will take two weeks for the vaccine to take effect.
One of the people lined up light and early on Monday was Robert Jones. News 11 spoke to Jones last month. He had spent weeks looking for a shot. Dozens of other News 11 viewers have come up with similar complaints.
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According to the Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC), many patients who received the first shot of the Moderna vaccine still need their second dose. These patients are urged to call 1-833-372-5640 or log into their MyCare account to book an appointment.
Those who still need their first shot can do so on the ADHD vaccine portal. You can also call 1-844-542-8201 to make an appointment.
On Monday in the Early Edition, News 11’s Crystal catches up with Jones after receiving his second shot and finds out if he feels safer.
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