COVID-19 in
Washoe County
The updated COVID-19 vaccine is available to anyone 6 months of age and older, regardless of their vaccination status.
Appointments can be made by calling 775-328-2402. NNPH will provide the vaccine to people who are uninsured or underinsured with a low administrative fee; however, no patient will be turned away for financial reasons.
People who have health insurance are urged to contact their health provider or go to vaccines.gov to get the COVID-19 vaccine at a local pharmacy
If you’re having any issues getting a COVID-19 vaccine for yourself, a child, or other family member, please call NNPH at 775-328-2402.
COVID-19 Vaccine in
Washoe County
COVID-19 vaccines are available for everyone 6 months and older. Appointments are available. Learn more.
Community Vaccine Clinics
Saturday, Oct. 5: Children’s Cabinet Community Resource Fair
- Required and recommended vaccines for school, COVID-19 and flu vaccines
- Boys & Girls Club, 1090 Bresson Ave., Reno, NV 89509
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 9: Family Health Festival, co-hosted by NNPH
- COVID-19 and flu vaccines
- O’Brien Middle School, 5000 Silver Lake Road, Reno, NV 89506
- 3 to 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 15: Our Center Vaccine Event
- COVID-19, flu, and MPOX vaccines
- Our Center, 1745 S Wells Ave, Reno, NV 89502
- 3 to 5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 19: NNPH Vaccine Clinic
- COVID-19 and flu vaccines
- NNPH, 1001 E. 9th, Between Buildings B and C, Reno, NV 89512
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 23: Food Bank of Northern Nevada Mobile Harvest
- COVID-19 and flu vaccines
- Neil Road Recreation Center, 3925 Neil Rd, Reno, NV 89502
- 9 to 11 a.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 5: Food Bank of Northern Nevada Mobile Harvest
- COVID-19 and flu vaccines
- NNPH, 1001 E. 9th, Building B, Reno, NV 89512
- 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
If you have insurance, remember to bring your insurance card and an ID. There will be vaccines available for the undersinsured and uninsured.
Check if you're eligible for the updated COVID-19 vaccine
Is the person over 6 months of age?
All you need to know
about the updated COVID-19 vaccine
Everyone ages 5+
Everyone ages 5+ is eligible to receive a single dose of the updated COVID-19 vaccine, at least two months after their last shot, no matter what their last vaccine was.
This includes everyone who has never been vaccinated against COVID-19 and those who are not up to date with their vaccine schedule.
Children between 6 months and 4 years old who have been vaccinated
Children between the ages of 6 months and 4 years old who have already received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine are now eligible to receive either 1 or 2 doses of the updated vaccine.
The time you should wait between one shot and the next one, and how many they’ll need will depend on the vaccines they previously received.
Children between 6 months and 4 years old who are NOT vaccinated
Children between the ages of 6 months and 4 years old are eligible to receive 3 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine or 2 doses of the Moderna vaccine.
Adults over 65 years
Adults 65+ may get an additional dose of the updated vaccine, given the higher risk of severe disease in older adults.
Information for parents and caregivers
Which vaccines can my child get?
Everyone aged 6 months and up is eligible to receive at least one dose of the updated COVID-19 vaccine.
The CDC recommends everyone 6 months + gets vaccinated against COVID-19. Check with your pediatrician or call the NNPH to know how many doses your child will need, as it varies depending on previous vaccines received.
Why should my child get vaccinated?
Getting children vaccinated helps stop the spreading of the virus. While most children might not get seriously ill, the chances are not zero, and many children develop other deseases as a consequence of having COVID-19.
By getting vaccinated, they also help prevent more vulnerable people, like their grandparents.
The vaccines have been tested and are safe, helping prevent severe illness, hospitalization and death caused by COVID-19.
What do I need to know before getting my child vaccinated?
- Make sure the vaccine site has either the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines
- Have a parent or legal guardian go with the child
- Check with your pediatrician or health provider what the best vaccine for your child is
Where can I get tested?
If you have symptoms or if you’ve been in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, you should get tested.
To get an at-home COVID test, visit your nearest pharmacy, or visit the CDC’s website to find other testing options in your area.
When should you get tested?
- If you have COVID-19 symptoms such as fever, sore throat, runny nose, or sudden loss of taste or smell.
- At least five days after being in close contact with someone who tested positive.
- If you’re to attend a crowded meeting or event, especially if there will be people who are at risk of severe illness, such as seniors or immunocompromised people.
Regional Information Center (RIC) partners
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks have all partnered to help keep the community informed during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can also find out community specific information on each of their websites:
