The Putnam County Department of Health is starting to vaccinate children 12 to 15 years of age, based on expanded authorization of the Pfizer vaccine. Minors must have proof of age as well as verbal or written consent from a parent or legal guardian.

To best meet the needs of parents, the local Department of Health encouraged community members to share their input through a short online survey.

The survey asks if parents are interested in having their pre-teen vaccinated, whether the Brewster or Garrison Department of Health location is more convenient, or if they would prefer to get the shot at a pharmacy, mass vaccination site or their pediatrician's office.  Parents are also asked what days and times would be most convenient