Publix now offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccines

LAKELAND, Fla. - Publix says it has started to accept walk-in customers for COVID-19 vaccines at all of its pharmacies.

The Lakeland-based supermarket chain says anyone who is 18 and older and wants a vaccine can walk into any Publix Pharmacy location without an appointment. This started on Monday, May 10th.

Customers can choose between the two-dose Moderna vaccine or the one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Those who opt for Moderna's vaccine will be given an appointment to get their second dose.

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Appointments will still be available and are encouraged for the "most efficient vaccination experience," Publix says. Those with a preference of which vaccine they want should make an appointment to ensure it is available.

Publix says appointments can be made through their online reservation system, and same-day appointments may be available. Walk-in appointments are available while supplies last.

For more information, visit Publix's website.

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