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AdventHealth COVID-19 vaccine distribution update

April 12, 2021 |

Central Florida Division Corporate Communications

| Estimated read time: 4 minutes

Central Florida North, April 12, 2021 —

Health care workers in roles with high exposure risk and the elderly in long-term care facilities will be first to receive the vaccine.

AdventHealth and Orange County have opened additional COVID-19 vaccine opportunities for Central Floridians. The vaccines will now be distributed Thursday, April 15, 2021, and Friday, April 16, 2021, at AdventHealth’s community vaccination site near Orlando International Airport.

More than 4,500 doses of the Pfizer vaccine are being supplied by the Florida Department of Health in Orange County for each event date. The vaccines at this site will be available to those 16 years and older who are eligible under state and federal guidelines.

Appointments are required.
Appointments are available through a link at OCFL.net/vaccine.

Important items to note:

There is no out-of-pocket cost for receiving the vaccine.
Proof of eligibility is required upon registration.
Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine requires two doses, and those who receive their first vaccine at the airport site will be asked to schedule their second vaccine appointment.
As part of the vaccine process, those receiving the vaccine will be required to stay on-site for at least 15 minutes to ensure there are no adverse reactions. Most reported side effects are mild and include arm soreness, fatigue and headache. AdventHealth will have medical professionals on hand to assist with any reactions.

Information about other vaccination opportunities in Orange County can be found at OCFL.net/vaccine.

Due to limited supplies, the vaccine is not currently available to the general public at any AdventHealth Centra Care locations or AdventHealth Medical Group practices. Members of the public who wish to be notified when additional community vaccines become available from AdventHealth can register for alerts at www.CoronavirusVaccineAlerts.com.

Important items to note:

There is no out-of-pocket cost for receiving the vaccine.
Proof of eligibility is required upon registration.
Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine requires two doses, and those who receive their first vaccine at the airport site will be asked to schedule their second vaccine appointment.
As part of the vaccine process, those receiving the vaccine will be required to stay on-site for at least 15 minutes to ensure there are no adverse reactions. Most reported side effects are mild and include arm soreness, fatigue and headache. AdventHealth will have medical professionals on hand to assist with any reactions.

Information about other vaccination opportunities in Orange County can be found at OCFL.net/vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccine Frequently Asked Questions (Updated April 12, 2021)

Q: Can I get a vaccine at an AdventHealth Centra Care or AdventHealth Medical Group practice?

A: No. We are not offering COVID-19 vaccines to the general public at any of our hospitals, freestanding emergency departments, AdventHealth Centra Care or AdventHealth Medical Group practices at this time.

Q: Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe?

A: Extensive clinical trials were conducted with thousands of participants to evaluate the COVID-19 vaccine and generate scientific data and other information for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to determine its safety and effectiveness. You cannot get COVID-19 from a vaccine.

Q: How does the COVID-19 vaccine work?

A: The vaccine helps you develop antibodies that make you less susceptible to the disease. It does not use the live virus that causes COVID-19.

Q: As people get vaccinated should I continue to wear a mask?

A: We strongly support community masking initiatives and are aggressively advocating team members and the public wear a mask whenever they are out in the community. Masks help reduce the transmission of any kind of droplets and, along with social distancing and frequent hand washing, are the best things you can do to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

Q: Where else can I get a COVID-19 vaccine?

A: Many area county health departments and commercial pharmacies are offering vaccines to eligible members of the public. Those who wish to be notified when they might be eligible to receive the vaccine from AdventHealth can register for alerts at www.CoronavirusVaccineAlerts.com.