COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic For Young Children Coming To Burlington County

WESTAMPTON, NJ — Children aged 5 years and younger can receive the first dose and second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine at the Burlington County Health Department, the county said.

The CDC announced its recommendation for the COVID-19 vaccine in children of these ages on Saturday.

According to Burlington County, parents who want their age-appropriate children to receive the COVID-19 vaccine through the Burlington County Health Department Clinic must make an appointment during one of the following times:

• Thursday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• June 30 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• July 1 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

To make an appointment, click this link.

The Burlington County Health Department Clinic is located at 15 Pioneer Blvd. in Westampton, the county said.

The days and times listed above are for children aged 5 years and younger to receive the first shot of the COVID-19 vaccine's two-shot regimen, the county said. Children will receive an appointment for the second shot of the vaccine's regimen after receiving their first shot.

"The virus is still here and is still circulating and some of our youngest children have been affected," said Herb Conaway, Burlington County Health Department Director. "The shots have undergone extensive testing and trials that show them to be safe and effective protection against the most severe impacts of COVID-19, so getting these children vaccinated is extremely important."

David Levinsky, a Burlington County Spokesperson, told Patch that "parents who are hesitant about getting their child vaccinated due to medical concerns should consult their family pediatrician."

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