Latest COVID data of Western MA, youth vaccination event this weekend, vaccine resources, and more!

COVID-19 in Western MA

Visit the Western MA COVID-19 Data Dashboard for the latest COVID-19 data for the region. The Dashboard is updated every Friday, by mid-afternoon.

Why did you get vaccinated? Share your story.

Arise for Social Justice and the Mass Equality Education Fund have partnered to reduce vaccine hesitancy. They are looking for vaccinated individuals in the LGBT+ community to help by submitting a short video (less than 1 minute) explaining why you chose to get vaccinated. The hope is that these videos will encourage and inspire others to get vaccinated against COVID-19.To submit a video, either upload here or email it to tanya@massequality.org.

Vaccines & Masks: Navigating Workplace Culture

The recording is now available from the June 24, 2021 webinar. Learn how different organizations are handling returning to work and workplace culture regarding COVID-19. Listen now!

Shot for Shot

Youth Vaccination & Basketball Tournament

The Springfield Department of Health and Human Services and the Travis Best Foundation are hosting a youth vaccination & basketball tournament on Saturday July 17, 2021 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm at Forest Park in Springfield.

There will be a free youth vaccination clinic on site (no ID required) and free private adolescent mental health services onsite.

For more information, contact Coach Darryl Denson at mrdenson77@aol.com or 413-459-7077.

Schedule your Vaccine Today!

Anyone 12 and older can now receive the COVID-19 Vaccine. People age 12-17 can receive the Pfizer vaccine. People age 18 and older can receive any vaccine. The vaccine is FREE!

COVID-19 Vaccine Resources

Vaccine Clinics in Springfield: See listing of vaccine clinics and pop-ups in Springfield.
COVID-19 Vaccine Finder: Search for appointments at pharmacies, health care providers, and other community locations. Appointment availability is updated daily. Some local vaccination sites may only be open to residents of select town. Check listing to see if the site is restricted.
Vaccination locations and bus routes in the PVTA service area: Find a list of COVID-19 vaccination sites in the PVTA service area and which bus routes service them.
Vaccine scheduling help lines: Baystate Health has compiled information about local contacts that offer assistance with vaccine scheduling.
Homebound Vaccination Program: Any individual who has trouble getting to a vaccine site is eligible for the homebound program. Individuals can call (833) 983-0485 to register for an in-home vaccination. The registration phone line is open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM and has representatives who speak English and Spanish, as well as translation services available in 100+ languages.

Getting vaccinated will not only protect you, your family, and your community, but you will also have the chance to win $1 million or a college scholarship. Learn more.

Public Health Institute of Western MA