VA now scheduling vaccine appointments

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IRON MOUNTAIN — The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center is now asking enrolled veterans who want the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to call and schedule an appointment.
Eligible veterans can call 906-774-3300 and dial ext. 33115 from 1:30-4:30 p.m. (Central) Monday through Friday, to speak to a scheduler. There are upcoming clinics at VA facilities in Iron Mountain, Ironwood, Hancock, and Sault Ste. Marie.
The Iron Mountain VA began receiving vaccines in mid-December and has administered more than 4,500 vaccines to veterans and staff. The facility has been contacting veterans using the latest CDC guidelines for prioritization and is now opening clinics for those veterans who would like to call and make an appointment. These vaccination clinics are open to any veteran who is enrolled and participating in VA services.