Getting Vaccines in Oregon

Effective Sept. 17, 2025, you can get an updated COVID-19 vaccine without a prescription in Oregon. Check with your pharmacy for availability. COVID-19 vaccines are also available at medical clinics and at your doctor's office.

Where to Go for Immunizations

Your Medical Clinic

Your medical clinic can be a great place to receive your immunizations.

If you need help finding a clinic, 211 Info is a good place to start. Specializing in health and social service assistance, they can be reached at help@211info.org or by dialing 2-1-1. Language interpreters are available.

Neighborhood Pharmacy

Many of Oregon pharmacies offer immunizations to adults, adolescents, and children (7 and older).

COVID-19 and Flu Shots

Find COVID-19 and flu vaccines at Vaccinefinder.org or call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489)

COVID-19 Treatment Access (2025)

If you get sick with COVID-19, antiviral treatments can protect you against severe illness. Visit the CDC's website for more information about COVID-19 antiviral treatments.

You can find treatment locations using the COVID-19 Treatment Locator.

Paxlovid (Pfizer)

Medicare, Medicaid or uninsured:

The US Government Patient Assistance Program (USG PAP) is operated by Pfizer to help eligible patients without commercial insurance get PAXLOVID for free
To enroll, call 1-877-219-7225 or visit the PAXCESS Patient Portal

Commercial Insurance:

Eligible patients may pay as little as $0 through the PAXCESS Co-Pay Savings Program
Requires enrollment and activation of a co-pay card

Lagevrio (Merck)

Free Access via Merck Patient Assistance Program:

Available to uninsured individuals or those facing financial and medical hardship
Requires a prescription
Must meet income eligibility
Call 1-800-727-5400 for expedited requests

Immunization Coverage

Insurance

Most health insurance plans cover the cost of vaccines. If you have insurance, you can always call your insurance company to see if you're covered.

If you need help finding medical coverage for your child or yourself, visit www.Healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596.

Vaccines for Children

If you or your child are uninsured and under 19 years of age, ask your doctor or county health department about the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program. This program provides vaccines to eligible patients at a dramatically lower price.