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COVID-19 Updates: Get the latest information from our experts

COVID-19 Vaccines

Safe. Effective. Available. Find out what you need to know about the vaccine.

How to Get Vaccinated

Today, most Americans ages 5 and older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. This includes people who are pregnant, have allergies, or are immunocompromised.

COVID-19 Vaccine Ages 5 - 11

Starting November 15, Rochester Regional Health will have doses of the vaccine for children ages 5 - 11 in nearly all our Pediatric and Family Medicine offices.

Patients can now contact their provider to schedule a vaccine appointment.

Rochester Regional Health Pediatrics

COVID-19 Vaccine Ages 12+

The COVID-19 vaccine for ages 12+ is available in a number of locations throughout our community - from state and county-run sites to pharmacies, and at 96 of our employed doctor's offices, including Rochester Regional Health pediatrics, primary care, OBGYN and Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology locations. Find a location near you using the tools below or connect with your provider today:

The Finger Lakes Vaccine Hub
Rochester Regional Health Pediatrics
Rochester Regional Health Primary Care and Family Medicine
Rochester Regional Health Obstetrics and Gynecology
Rochester Regional Health Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology (for patients with severe allergies)

View All RRH Locations Offering COVID-19 Vaccinations

Addressing Questions: What to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine

With information and misinformation abundant online, we took the time to bring some of the most common questions about the vaccine to our expert doctors and researchers.

These are their answers that are backed by science.

"The Vaccines Are New"

"Are the vaccines safe…

"I don't need the vaccine because…

"Do the vaccines actually work?"

Our Numbers

There are over 1 million people living in the Finger Lakes region and surrounding counties who are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. The Finger Lakes region is comprised of nine counties. See the latest on our vaccination rates for the Finger Lakes, Allegany county as well as Steuben county.

What Do You Know About The Vaccine?

It can be tough to sort through the misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines. Put your knowledge to the test by taking our quiz!

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COVID-19: The Latest News

Health Hive's COVID-19 articles focus on current coronavirus research, news, and insight from the region's top epidemiologists and infection specialists at Rochester Regional Health.

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Wondering how to talk with your doctor about the vaccine?

Here are a few ways to start:

Ask them why they got vaccinated
Getting insight into your doctor's decision-making process can be helpful and establishes some common ground.
Ask them why they think you should get vaccinated
Your doctor knows your health history better than most.
Share your frustrations
We are living in a global pandemic and a lot of people are sharing their thoughts and opinions about it. That can be overwhelming. Tell your doctor about those frustrations; it will help you both.
Be honest
Your doctor is there to listen to your concerns – big and small. If you are straightforward with them, they will be too.

Some families and close friend groups have different views on the COVID-19 vaccine

If you are concerned about someone not being vaccinated, here are some suggestions on talking about it:

Listen to the person's concerns
Hear the other person out. Making them feel heard and jumping straight to correcting them is an important part of a healthy dialogue.
Don't assume you already know their exact position
The person may not have the same information as you. If you focus too much on an idea you think they believe, the myth may become more memorable than the facts.
Bring an expert
If you have a medical professional who is part of the family or friend group, ask if they would be comfortable being involved in the conversation. This brings both expertise and familiarity.
The power of "I don't know"
Admitting you don't have all the answers is not a weakness. It is better to defer to someone with more expertise than say something you are unsure about for the sake of winning an argument.
Point them their own doctor
Building on a trusted healthcare-focused relationship can be a good thing for both the doctor and your friend/family member.