Seattle expands ways for residents to receive COVID-19 vaccinations

SEATTLE — In a release Wednesday, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced new partnerships so residents can get vaccinated or get a booster shot.

As the omicron variant continues to rapidly spread, Harrell announced partnerships with Virginia Mason, which will open up a clinic, and Othello Pharmacy, which will have pop-up clinics.

“In the first week of my administration, I am making clear that Seattle will continue to tackle this pandemic by following the science. We know what works — vaccines, testing, masks, and social distancing — and that we can only get through this if we work together as One Seattle,” said Mayor Bruce Harrell. “My administration is working urgently and aggressively to expand public-private partnerships and leverage all available resources to ensure healthy, thriving communities. Thanks to Virginia Mason and Othello Pharmacy, we are working to expand access to vaccine distribution swiftly with the help of trusted community partners and leaders.”

The Virginia Mason Clinic will open Monday, Jan. 10, and operate Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Mondays and Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The clinic will offer the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.

The pop-up clinics with Othello Pharmacy will operate by reaching the least vaccinated and most vulnerable communities.

The release stated that the Rainier Beach and West Seattle clinics will continue to operate in January 2022.

The Rainier Beach Clinic operates Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 7 p.m. and the West Seattle Clinic, reopening Jan. 7, operates Fridays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Appointments are encouraged at all sites.

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