CVS, Walgreens expand vaccine access with walk-ins, same-day appointments & mobile clinics

Most people who are enthusiastic about getting vaccinated against COVID-19 have already received a shot, so retail pharmacy giants CVS and Walgreens are expanding their efforts to make COVID-19 vaccination convenient for the unvaccinated population.

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CVS began offering same-day COVID-19 vaccine appointments April 23. Michael DeAngelis, CVS’ senior director of corporate communications, told CNBC patients can schedule a vaccination in as little as an hour before.

Walgreens will roll out same-day COVID-19 vaccine appointments in all its U.S. locations on May 5. Walk-in appointments will also be available in select locations.

Additionally, Walgreens said it will soon activate multiple mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Chicago, focusing on reaching underserved communities. The company said it will roll out mobile vaccine clinics in additional locations during May and June.

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