The COVID-19 vaccine providers in Logan County are currently conducting Phase 1B of Ohio’s vaccine rollout.
Monday, Governor Mike DeWine provided information on the progression of vaccine eligibility in Ohio. Because those ages 65 and older make up approximately 87 percent of all COVID-19 deaths in Ohio, no additional age groups are eligible for the vaccine at this time.
Once the demand for the vaccine has been met for those 65 and older, those ages 60 and older will become eligible. After a period of vaccination for this age group, those ages 55 and older will become eligible, followed by those ages 50 and up.
Individuals in specific small groups that could have an increased risk of exposure to the virus may also potentially be included in the 60 and older vaccination phase.
Last week, vaccine eligibility also opened up to those Ohioans born with or who have early childhood conditions that are carried into adulthood, which put them at higher risk for adverse outcomes due to COVID-19.
Additionally this week, Logan County school district staff have the option to receive their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine through coordination with Mary Rutan Hospital.
Vaccines are available at several locations throughout Logan County for the populations described above:
• Logan County Health District — Logan County Residents eligible for vaccine in Phase 1B are encouraged to use the online waitlist tool available at www.loganhealth.org. The online waitlist form is the fastest and most preferred method of being added to the waitlist at the LCHD. If you are unable to use the online waitlist tool, you may call (937) 592-9040, Option 6. Once on the waitlist, the health district staff will call to schedule an appointment time and provide registration forms. Appointments are required.
• Mary Rutan Hospital — Mary Rutan Hospital follows the Ohio Department of Health guidelines in vaccine distribution and will be scheduling appointments for the current phase/included populations. To be added to the scheduling list, call (937) 592-8805. Information on COVID-19 vaccines is also available at www.maryrutan.org and will be updated as changes in vaccine rollout occur.
• Kroger Pharmacy — Customers should visit kroger.com/ohiocovidvaccine or call the Kroger COVID-19 vaccine helpline at (866) 211-5320 for the latest information on vaccine availability in the area. All COVID-19 vaccines will require an appointment via kroger.com/ohiocovidvaccine or (866) 211-5320.
• Rite Aid Pharmacy, Russells Point — Appointments are required; (937) 843-2048, www.riteaid.com/pharmacy/covid-qualifier.