As Patton Pharmacy receives available COVID-19 vaccines to administer to our community in accordance with the PA Department of Health guidelines and vaccine plan, we will be updating this page with information.
COVID-19 cases are still high across the commonwealth. We encourage you to continue to wear a mask, keep your distance, and stay up to date on Pennsylvania’s vaccination program.
Vaccines are safe and effective and the best way to protect you and those around you from serious illness.
The COVID-19 Vaccine will be distributed to Pennsylvanians in a phased approach. Currently, Pennsylvania is in Phase 1A.
Please click here to view the PA Department of Health website for more information.
When Patton Pharmacy does receive a supply of vaccine, we will be administering the MODERNA vaccine.
To pre-register to receive updates on the Moderna Covid-19 Vaccine and future emails about making an appointment at a Patton Pharmacy vaccine clinic, please complete the online form available at the link below:
Once vaccines are available and you meet the criteria for the current vaccine phase, Patton Pharmacy will notify you via email of your eligibility. At that time you will be provided with a link to schedule your vaccination appointment online.
Once you have successfully submitted the Vaccine Request Form, additional information will be provided via email.
*Please note that completing this request form does not guarantee you will receive vaccine.
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
Symptoms of COVID-19 can include:
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Fever
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Cough
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Shortness of breath
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Diarrhea
The symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as long as 14 days after exposure. Reported illnesses have ranged from people with little to no symptoms to people being severely ill and dying.
Are you a patient and think you may need tested for COVID-19?
Click here to view the guide for how to get tested.
How Do I Help Stop the Spread?
Wear A Mask in Public
Members of the public are encouraged to wear homemade cloth or fabric masks. Save surgical masks and N95 respirators for our health care workers and first responders. Remember this saying: “My mask protects you, your mask protects me.”
Wear a mask when:
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Shopping at essential businesses, like grocery stores or pharmacies
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Visiting your health care provider
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On public transportation
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Interacting with customers/clients at essential businesses
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Feeling sick, coughing or sneezing
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How to make a homemade mask:
Materials needed:
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Fabric (100% cotton is most effective)
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Fabric Ties
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Scissors
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Sewing machine or a needle and thread
Instructions:
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Measure and cut two pieces of fabric in a rectangle pattern to fit snugly around the face (size
12 inches by 6 inches is standard for adults).
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Tightly sew both layers together on all edges.
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Cut fabric ties to fit around the ears.
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Sew the ties to the insides of the mask on the smaller edge, repeat on both sides.
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Resew the sides to ensure a tight seal between both pieces of fabric and the earpiece.
Help spread the message on social media by downloading and sharing these What Type of Mask do I Need? and How to Make a Homemade Mask graphics. Learn more about universal masking.
Find out more about the difference between homemade masks and masks for health care professionals.
Wash Your Hands
Washing your hands is one of the most important steps you can take in staying healthy. When you wash, make sure you:
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Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap.
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Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails.
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Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice.
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Rinse your hands well under clean, running water.
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Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them. Washing hands with soap and water is the best way to get rid of germs in most situations.