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TDH To Resume Administration of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine

By Ronni Chase Apr 25, 2021 | 10:59 AM

(tn.gov/Peg Broadcasting News)

The Tennessee Department of Health announced Friday that it will resume administration of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, which had been paused after a reported 15 people developed blood clots and 3 people died after receiving the shot.  The majority of complications occurred in women ages 18-49 years.  The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to recommend to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that jurisdictions may resume their administration of the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson vaccine without restrictions for persons 18 years of age and older.

Individuals seeking a COVID-19 vaccine appointment can visit covid19.tn.gov or vaccinefinder.org to schedule an appointment with a local vaccine provider.

Same day appointments for COVID-19 vaccines are now available at the Cumberland County Health Department.  To get your free vaccine call (931)484-6196.