INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) announced Tuesday that Hoosiers age 55 and older are now eligible to receive a free COVID-19 vaccine. ISDH also announced that it has partnered with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, University of Notre Dame, and Ivy Tech Community College to host three mass vaccination clinics to help eligible Hoosiers receive a free COVID-19 vaccine.
“Getting tens of thousands of vaccines in arms in a matter of days is a huge undertaking that requires incredible partnerships,” Gov. Eric Holcomb said. “We are grateful to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Notre Dame, and Ivy Tech for their willingness to meet this challenge head-on to help save Hoosier lives.”
The mass vaccination clinics will offer the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, which received its Emergency Use Authorization from the FDA on Saturday. The vaccine requires only one dose.
“The Johnson & Johnson vaccine gives eligible Hoosiers a safe, effective and convenient way to protect themselves from COVID-19,” said State Health Commissioner Kris Box, M.D. “Because it requires just one dose, every shot administered represents a Hoosier who can rest easier.”
ISDH says additional mass vaccine sites in other locations will be set up as more vaccine is available.