Get Vaccinated
Vaccinations are FREE and available for all Marylanders age 6 months and older. Anyone who is part of an eligible age group can register for a vaccine using the links below or at many pharmacies or medical providers.
Health Department Vaccination Clinics
Maryland Vaccination Site Locator
Questions? Contact our COVID-19 Hotline.
If you have a question about COVID-19, please call our COVID-19 Hotline, available Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Moderna, Pfizer Updated (Bivalent) Booster Shot Recommendations
According to the latest guidance from the FDA and CDC in April 2023:
- Everyone aged 6 years and older should get 1 updated Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to be considered up to date.
- People aged 65 years and older may get a 2nd updated Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 booster dose.
- People who are moderately or severely immunocompromised may get additional updated Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 booster doses.
- Children aged 6 months–5 years may need multiple doses of COVID-19 vaccine to be up to date, including at least 1 updated dose of Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, depending on the number of doses they’ve previously received and their age.
Howard County Health Department offers a wide variety of vaccination options. Appointments are available using the calendar below. Please note the vaccine type and age range before making an appointment. Vaccine is also available at local pharmacies, urgent care centers, and retail stores. You can visit the Maryland Vaccine Locater to find a vaccination location convenient to you.
Stay Up-to-Date with COVID-19 Vaccines
Unsure whether you are up-to-date with your COVID boosters? Click here for CDC guidance.
If you believe you are moderately or severely immunocompromised, contact your healthcare provider for specific guidance.
Health Department Vaccination Clinics
Important Information:
- If you are unable to complete the online registration or have additional questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, call 410-313-6284. Operators are standing by Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm.
- Please note the vaccine type and age range for a designated clinic before making your appointment. For infant/toddler vaccination, click here.
- We no longer offer the Novavax vaccine as a primary series for those ages 12+. We will continue to offer the Pfizer and Moderna bivalent vaccines as a primary series for everyone ages 6 months and older.
- Anyone receiving a booster vaccine shot should bring their vaccine card or other proof of vaccination to verify the date of vaccination.
- Azova Saliva PCR tests are offered at many Health Department COVID-19 vaccine clinics. One take home test kit per person, per appointment. Testing kits are not available at clinics hosted by other organizations. Find more information about Azova saliva PCR testing and make your appointment here.
Vaccination Appointments for 1st/2nd Shots and Booster/3rd Shots for children and adults of all ages.
| Vaccine Clinic Location | Date & Time | Registration |
|---|---|---|
|
Annual Howard County Family Wellness Day Centennial Park 10000 Clarksville Pike., Ellicott City, MD 21042 |
Jun. 4 |
Pfizer Bivalent 5-11, 12+ |
| Glenwood Branch Library, 2350 State Route 97., Cookesville, MD 21723 | Jun. 12 4:00p-6:00p |
Pfizer Bivalent 5-11, 12+ Click here to register Appointment required |
|
Howard County Health Department |
Jun. 13 5:00p-5:30p |
Moderna Bivalent 6-11 Click here to register Appointment required |
| Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Jun. 13 5:45p-7:00p |
Moderna Bivalent 12+ Click here to register Appointment required |
| Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Jun. 15 5:00p-5:45p |
Moderna Bivalent 6m-5y 1st & 2nd Doses Only Click here to register Appointment required |
| Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Jun. 15 6:00p-6:45p |
Moderna Bivalent Booster 6m-5y Click here to register Appointment required |
| Laurel Woods Elementary School 9250 N Laurel Rd, Laurel, MD 20723 | Jun. 17 11:00a-3:00p |
Pfizer Bivalent 5-11, 12+ Click here to register Appointment required |
| Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Jun. 20 5:00p-5:30p |
Pfizer Bivalent 5-11 Click here to register Appointment required |
| Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Jun. 20 5:45p-7:00p |
Pfizer Bivalent 12+ Click here to register Appointment required |
| Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Jun. 22 5:00p-6:30p |
Pfizer Bivalent 6m-4y Click here to register Appointment required |
| East Columbia Library Clifton Room 6600 Cradlerock Way., Columbia, MD 21045 | Jun. 26 4:00p-6:00p |
Pfizer Bivalent 5-11, 12+ Click here to register Appointment required |
| St John Baptist Church 9055 Tamar Dr., Columbia, MD 21045 |
STANDING CLINIC Tuesday - Friday 11:00a - 6:00p |
All Vaccine Types Available No registration required (Vaccination by FirstCall Urgent Care) Call 410-730-3399 to confirm availability |
Locating Your Official Vaccination Records
Maryland MyIR is a free website service that allows consumers to view and print copies of their official vaccination records directly from ImmuNet, Maryland's immunization information system. ImmuNet is used by healthcare providers to securely maintain vaccination records for Maryland residents of all ages.
Note: MDH does not provide CDC cards.
Go to MyIR Mobile
email: [email protected]
or call: 443-863-0349 or 443-863-0121 or 410-767-6794
Learn more about vaccines for COVID-19 from the CDC here.
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