CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – The pediatric COVID-19 vaccine has made its way to the Clarksville-Montgomery County area after the shot was federally approved last week for kids aged 5-11.

Joey Smith, director of the Montgomery County Health Department, told Clarksville Now that the vaccine arrived locally on Monday, and in addition to the health department, several pharmacies and pediatricians around town are already offering the vaccine.

About the vaccine

The pediatric vaccine differs from the 12 and up vaccine in that it comes in a vial that is a lower dose than the vaccine for ages 12 and up.

According to the CDC, children under 12 will receive one-third of the adult dose of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. The doses will also be administered using smaller needles designed specifically for children.

Similarly to the 12 and older Pfizer vaccination, children ages 5-11 will need a second dose three weeks after their first shot. So here’s the spots in town to get both doses for kids aged.

Health Department

The Montgomery County Health Department is offering the COVID-19 vaccine to those 5 and up at 330 Pageant Lane, and no appointment is necessary.

However, appointments at the Montgomery County Health Department can be made online through the state health department’s website. Individuals who do not have access to the internet can call 866-442-5301 to make an appointment with TDH.

Fort Campbell

Blanchfield Army Community Hospital is offering pediatric COVID-19 vaccines for TRICARE-eligible beneficiaries age 5 through 11 at its walk-in COVID-19 vaccination site at the Fort Campbell Passenger Processing Center located at 7162 Hedgerow Road.

The COVID-19 vaccination site is open for appointments or walk-ins from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on operational weekdays to better accommodate families with school-aged children. Appointments may be scheduled ahead of time at https://Blanchfield.tricare.mil.

The site is closed weekends, training holidays and federal holidays including this Thursday, Nov. 11 and Friday, Nov. 12 for Veterans Day and the Fort Campbell training holiday.

National pharmacies

Walgreens: Three of the five Walgreens locations in town are offering the Pfizer COVID-19 pediatric vaccine: 1954 Madison Street, 2109 Wilma Rudolph Blvd. and 1460 Fort Campbell Blvd. COVID-19 vaccine appointments can be made on the Walgreens app under the “Find Care” tab along the bottom of the app’s home screen, or on their website.

Kroger: The Kroger at 1489 Madison Street is has the pediatric COVID-19 vaccine in stock. To make an appointment, go to kroger.com/rx/covid-vaccine and select the “COVID-19 Vaccine 1st or 2nd Dose” from the drop down menu, and follow the prompts form there.

Publix: Publix Pharmacy has open appointments for the pediatric vaccine at its 1771 Madison St. and 1490 Tiny Town Road locations. Make an appointment using their reservation system at their website.

Pediatricians

Premier Medical Group: The COVID-19 vaccine is available at Premier Medical Group’s pediatrics department for established patients only. The vaccine can be given to kids during their scheduled visit or through the walk-in clinic according to Dr. Stephanie Schultz, chairman of the pediatrics department at Premier Medical Group.

Vaccine clinics

Trinity Episcopal Church will host a free COVID vaccine clinic on Sunday, Nov. 21, from noon to 3 p.m. Moderna and Pfizer vaccine boosters, first round of shots, and vaccines for children will be available. No appointment needed. The clinic will be held in the Parish Hall at 317 Franklin St.

Is your business or pharmacy offering the pediatric COVID-19 vaccine? Email us at news@clarksvillenow.com to add your business.