City of Binghamton officials are holding their first walk-up vaccination event now at NYSEG Stadium in Binghamton.

A statement from Binghamton Mayor Richard David's office emailed at 9:52 a.m. reads:

Walk-Up Covid-19 vaccinations are available to the public today, Monday April 19, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at NYSEG Stadium, which is located at 211 Henry Street in Binghamton.

 

This vaccine clinic is for people 18 years and older.

Please wear a mask at all times.

Bring an ID with your name and date of birth.

There was no information given on what vaccine was being made available but the Johnson and Johnson single dose vaccine remains on pause nationally, leaving the Pfizer and Moderna vaccinations available. Only the Pfizer shot has been approved for people aged 16 & 17.

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