Hyde County released the following update for Tuesday, January 19, which provides information on how individuals on the mainland and on Ocracoke Island can schedule an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine.
If you want a COVID-19 vaccine shot, and you are 65 years of age or older, or a health care worker, you are eligible and should schedule an appointment.
To schedule an appointment at the Hyde County Health Department, we have a new phone number. Please call 252-926-4467. Leave a message if you do not talk to someone. Please be patient while waiting for a return phone call.
If you want an appointment on Ocracoke, please call 252-489-3622. Leave a message if you do not talk to someone. Please be patient while waiting for a return phone call.
After receiving your shot, you must continue to practice the 3 Ws – Wear a facial covering, Wait 6 feet, Wash your hands frequently.
For 24/7 on-call services, dial 1-866-462-3821, the Coronavirus Hotline.