Loyola Community,

Louisiana has announced expanded eligibility for COVID-19 vaccinations to include individuals 18 and older (or 16+ if receiving the Pfizer vaccine) with specified preexisting conditions. We’ve updated our Vaccine FAQs with the current list of eligible candidates. 

Whether you’re eligible yet or not, we recommend that you start making your plan now to get vaccinated. Get acquainted with the process for finding a vaccination site and making an appointment with different providers. We’ve shared resources and tips below. 

Don’t forget to complete your vaccination survey to let Loyola know if you’ve already been vaccinated or if you plan to get your vaccine in the future. Upon completion of the survey, you will receive an email with a personalized link to your survey responses. Please keep this email. If your vaccination status changes, use the link provided to update your survey so we can maintain an up-to-date record of vaccinations. The link is unique to you and secured to maintain your privacy. If you have additional questions you can reach a Public Health Coordinator via email at covid@loyno.edu. 

Use the national Vaccine Finder to search for a vaccination location according to your zip code and see the available vaccines at each location. The Louisiana Department of Health also has a listing of vaccination locations in Louisiana organized by the parish. 

If you live in New Orleans, you can register to join the citywide vaccine waitlist online or call 3-1-1 to join. You’ll be connected to a vaccine location once you become eligible.

Once you find the vaccine location you would like to use, you will need to make an appointment. The process is slightly different for each location, so be sure to follow the steps provided. We’ve included instructions below for some of the vaccine locations near Loyola.

New Orleans Convention Center
Location: 400 Calliope St (Park in Lot F) 
Instructions: Create your account or log in through LCMC to schedule online or call 504.290.5200 to make your appointment. View a map and instructions for getting to the vaccine center at the Convention Center. 

CVS Pharmacy 
Locations: 4401 S Claiborne Ave or 1116 Louisiana Ave
Instructions: Complete the screening questionnaire to confirm your eligibility and schedule an appointment. 

Ochsner
Locations: Varies
Instructions: Log into your MyOchsner account or create a new account. Once logged in, select the “Schedule an appointment” button to complete a short questionnaire and sign up for an appointment. You can also call 1.844.888.2772 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to schedule.

Walgreens
Location: 5518 Magazine St
Instructions: The Walgreens closest to campus (718 S Carrollton) does not have the vaccine, but the location on Magazine does. Call 504.899.0034 to make an appointment. You can also try their website, but it has had some glitches in the last few weeks.

Walmart 
Location: 1901 Tchoupitoulas St
Instructions: Log into your Walmart account or create a new account to access the appointment scheduler. Once you’re logged in, you can select the store location, check your eligibility, and find an available appointment.

Overflow Appointments 
You’ve likely heard stories of friends and family members who are able to get a vaccine before they meet eligibility requirements to prevent extra doses of the vaccine from going to waste. The protocols for every vaccine provider are different. Call your chosen provider and ask about their wastage prevention protocols to see if you can get on a waiting list when extra doses are available.

When you make your appointment, your provider should provide any necessary forms you’ll need to complete and bring with you. Wear your mask to your appointment and maintain social distancing as you do in any public setting. Don’t forget to wear short sleeves so it’s easy to receive your shot!

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