GENESEE COUNTY/County leaders urge those who engage with young adults and youth to encourage them to get vaccinated

Press release BATAVIA, NY – As of April 6, 2021, individuals 16 years and older can now receive a COVID vaccination. Genesee County health officials pointed out that the Pfizer vaccine is currently the only shot authorized for those 16 and 17 years old. Pfizer is a 2-series dose, 21 …

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GENESEE AND ORLEANS COUNTIES ANNOUNCE COVID-19 VACCINATION SCHEDULES

Press release Vaccinations are by on-line appointment only BATAVIA, NY – Genesee County today announced that COVID-19 vaccinations will be administered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Genesee Community College (1 College Road, Batavia, NY) starting Monday, …

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WNY/VA Western New York Healthcare System selected as one of 37 VA sites to receive initial doses of COVID-19 vaccine

Press release BUFFALO, NEW YORK —VA Western New York Healthcare System (VAWNYHS) announced it has been selected as one of 37 VA sites to receive initial doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.  VA WNYHS was selected for its ability to vaccinate large numbers of people and store the vaccines at extremely cold temperatures. In …

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