Coronavirus COVID-19

Fall 2026 Respiratory Clinics

BLDHD will once again be offering fall respiratory clinics this year. Beginning the week of October 5th, we will provide dedicated Respiratory Clinic days in addition to our routine immunization clinics. Appointments required, please click on the calendar below to self-schedule or call 231-882-4409, ext #3

Benzie Office Clinics- Click Here

Leelanau Office Clinics- Click Here

COVID-19 Vaccines Update

We have purchased Covid-19 vaccine for the 2026-2027 season. Residents can schedule an appointment by calling 231-882-4409 ext 3. or contact a local pharmacy. 

A nearby retail pharmacy:

• CVS Pharmacies
• Meijer Pharmacies
• HomeTown Pharmacy
• Walgreens Pharmacies

Current Recommendations:

Age 19–64 years

• Unvaccinated:
  • 1 dose Moderna, or Pfizer-BioTech, or Novavax
• Previously vaccinated before vaccine with:
  • 1 or more doses Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech: 1 dose Moderna or Novavax or Pfizer-BioNTech at least 8 weeks after the most recent dose.
  • 1 dose Novavax: 1 dose Novavax 3–8 weeks after most recent dose. If more than 8 weeks after most recent dose, administer 1 dose Moderna or Novavax or Pfizer-BioNTech.
  • 2 or more doses Novavax: 1 dose Moderna or Novavax or Pfizer-BioNTech at least 8 weeks after the most recent dose.
  • 1 or more doses Janssen: 1 dose Moderna or Novavax or Pfizer-BioNTech.

Age 65 years and older

• Unvaccinated: follow recommendations above for unvaccinated persons ages 19–64 years and administer dose 2 of Moderna or Novavax or Pfizer-BioNTech 6 months later (minimum interval 2 months).
• Previously vaccinated before vaccine: follow recommendations above for previously vaccinated persons ages 19–64 years and administer dose 2 of Moderna or Novavax or Pfizer-BioNTech 6 months later (minimum interval 2 months).

Additional COVID-19 Vaccine Information

MDHHS COVID-19 Vaccine Information 

AAP/Healthy Children COVID Vaccine Information
AAP COVID Vaccine Guide

Michigan's Respiratory Illness Dashboard

What Should Individuals Be Doing To Protect Themselves?

The best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 is to follow the same general guidelines to protect yourself from flu and other common illnesses.

• Wash your hands with soap and water frequently, especially before eating, before touching your face/eyes/mouth, after coughing or sneezing, and after touching surfaces that have been touched by many others.  Wash for at least 20 seconds.  if soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
• Cover your cough/sneeze with a tissue
• Clean frequently touched objects with regular household cleaners
• Stay home if you are ill
• Get Vaccinated when eligible
• Wear a face mask indoors. Face Covering Guidance

Guidance and Recommended Information

Archived COVID-19 Vaccine Updates

Archived COVID-19 Press Releases and other Communication