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EHS vaccinating 1A Group
COVID-19

SPRINGFIELD -- Effingham Health System has started vaccinating the 1A+ Group, which includes persons 65 and older, and their caregivers. There is no cost to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.  


EHS OPTIONS FOR COVID-19 VACCINATIONS

Effingham Hospital Retail Pharmacy: Call 912-754-0283 (10 a.m.-6 p.m) to schedule an appointment. We are in the process of calling those already on our waiting list to schedule their appointments.

Vaccine Clinics: Beginning Jan. 25, EHS will also hold larger-scale vaccine clinics (by appointment only). Call the Retail Pharmacy at 912-754-0283 (10 a.m.-6 p.m.) to schedule an appointment. Location is the medical office building located on the Effingham Hospital campus

. Clinic dates/times:

  • Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Clinics: from 3 p.m.-7 p.m.
  • Two Saturdays a month: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Effingham Family Medicine: will also begin vaccinating patients who meet the 1A+ criteria Monday. Call your provider’s office to schedule an appointment with it.

Effingham High School Band to Perform at NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade
St. Patty's Day
Effingham County High School band members are preparing to represent their school and community on a national stage in New York City next March. (Courtesy of Effingham County High School)
The Effingham County High School marching band has been invited to perform in New York City’s historic 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade. This prestigious opportunity marks the band’s largest performance to date, showcasing their talents on a national stage.
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