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Walk-in appointments available for Minnesotans until June 8
5/26/2021 12:19:38 PM
[ST. PAUL, MN] — Governor Tim Walz announced today that the Community Vaccination site at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds will begin administering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine and walk-in appointments are now available.
“Today, we’re making it easier than ever for Minnesotans to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19,” said Governor Walz. “Minnesotans can walk in at the State Fairgrounds site to get their vaccine – no appointment needed. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine only requires a single dose to be protected from COVID-19. We are working hard to offer these safe and effective vaccines to every Minnesotan who wants them, and we are proud to offer options as convenient as this one.”
“The vaccine is safe, it’s free, and most importantly, it works,” said Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. “Now, it’s easier than ever for Minnesotans to access their vaccine at State Fairgrounds – no appointment, payment, insurance, or ID required. “
All Minnesotans age 18 years and older are eligible to receive the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. The State Fairgrounds site is offering the vaccine from May 26 to June 8. Vaccines are administered from noon to 8 p.m. daily.
While walk-ins are accepted, appointments are available via the Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector or by calling 833-431-2053.
COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have plummeted as more Minnesotans receive their vaccine. 64 percent of Minnesotans 16 years and older have received at least one dose of vaccine, and more than 2.5 million Minnesotans have completed their vaccine series.
