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Health Services

COVID-19 Vaccine

The CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against the potentially serious outcomes of COVID-19 illness.

FDA-approved or authorized COVID-19 vaccines are currently available to all U.S. citizens and residents. Visit the CDC website for more information.

Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine

COVID-19 vaccines are available to eligible beneficiaries ages 6 months and older TUESDAYS ONLY 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Immunization Clinic in Primary Care by walk-in only.

Once you receive the vaccine, if you experience any side-effects or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly or contact the MHS Nurse Advice Line.

Concerns about the vaccine?

Speak with a Vaccine Expert. You may contact the DHA-Immunization Healthcare Support Center at 877-GET-VACC (877-438-8222) option 1, or Defense Switched Network (DSN) 761-4245, option 1, if you have questions about the vaccines or about an adverse event following vaccination.

COVID-19 Testing

Eligible beneficiaries who are symptomatic can be tested for COVID-19 at the Emergency Department (door to the right of the main ED door). Testing is no longer conducted in the trailer outside of the Emergency Department.

COVID-19 Vaccine Location

Location

Weed Army Community Hospital
390 N. Loop Road
Fort Irwin, CA 92310
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