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Shingles Vaccine Appointments Available

Shingles vaccine (zoster) appointments will be available beginning March 3 by calling the City of Newton Health and Human Services Department at (617) 796-1420. Appointments are available to Newton residents and City of Newton employees & retirees age 60 and older. You must also have approval from your primary health care provider to receive the vaccine. This vaccine is given only once in a lifetime, at this time. Clinics will be held in mid-March at Newton City Hall, and appointments are required. Insurance information requested, but not required. Call (617) 796-1420 to make an appointment.

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