COVID-19 vaccination appointments open Jan. 7 for those 75 and over
Buncombe County will launch its next phase of COVID-19 vaccinations Jan. 11, announcing a new phone line that will be used to make appointments for people 75 and older to get their first of two needed doses.
County health officials updated Buncombe County commissioners before their meeting Jan. 5 on the move to vaccinate people who fall under Phase 1b, group 1, which covers anyone 75 or older regardless of health conditions.
Starting Jan. 7, people who fit that criteria can call to schedule an appointment while vaccine supplies last.
County residents 75 and older can call 828-250-5000 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to make an appointment to get their first vaccine dose, according to a release from the county.