COVID-19 Information

Eastport Health Care is currently offering COVID-19 vaccines by appointment and during vaccine clinics. The COVID-19 vaccine is available to those age 6 months and older.

• COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective.
• During the COVID-19 pandemic, hundreds of millions of people in the United States received COVID-19 vaccines under the most intense safety monitoring in U.S. history. 
• CDC, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other federal agencies continue to monitor the safety of the updated COVID-19 vaccines and will share information with the public as it becomes available. 
• CDC recommends everyone ages 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against serious illness.

For more information, visit the CDC COVID-19 Vaccine Safety web page.

No. EHC offers the COVID-19 vaccine to all community members by appointment, during one of our many vaccine clinics.

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 207-853-6001 for our Eastport location, 207-255-8290 for our Machias location, or you can leave a message on our COVID vaccination line at 207-853-0190.

Yes. Covid-19 vaccines are offered by appointment for those who are 12 years and up at any of our locations. Those who are 6 months to 12 years can received their vaccine at our Machias Location Pediatric Department.

EHC has FREE COVID home test kits that can be acquired at either of our locations (while supplies last). They can be picked up at your next visit.  Please refrain from entering the buildings if you are experiencing COVID symptoms. If you would like a test kit and are sick, please call ahead. 

Pharmacies also carry home test kits but there may be charge. Some insurance companies will reimburse you for the cost of a test kit. Please reach out to your insurance carrier for more information.

Below is a list of many common COVID symptoms:

1. Cough or sore throat
2. Headache
3. Congestion or runny nose
4. Shortness of Breath
5. Muscle or Body Aches
6. Upset Stomach, vomiting or diarrhea
7. Tiredness or fatigue
8. Loss of taste or smell
9. Fever
10. Chills

More severe signs of COVID that would require emergency medical care are:
TROUBLE BREATHING, CONFUSION, CHEST PAIN AND TIGHTNESS. 

Please visit your nearest emergency room if you are experiencing severe symptoms.

Yes.  Following a 15-minute observation period, you are free to return to work. You will be monitored for 15 minutes after the vaccine to be sure you’re feeling okay and are safe to leave the clinic. 

Some people experience mild symptoms following their vaccine:

1. A sore arm where the shot was administered
2. Tiredness
3. Fever
4. Chills
5. Muscle aches
6. Headache

Yes.  According to the CDC, flu & COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time. 

• Getting a flu vaccine and COVID-19 vaccine at the same visit is recommended if you are eligible and the timing for each vaccine is right.
• Studies conducted throughout the COVID-19 pandemic supported the safety of getting a flu vaccine and at the same visit. For example, one CDC study showed that people who got a flu vaccine and COVID-19 monovalent vaccine at the same time were slightly more likely to have reactions including fatigue, headache, and muscle ache than people who only got a COVID-19 monovalent vaccine, but those reactions were mostly mild and went away quickly.
• This might be more convenient than having two separate visits. Getting both vaccines at the same time if you are due for both is an option.
• If you decide to wait between the flu and COVID-19 vaccine, there is no recommended waiting time between the two. 

For more information, visit the CDC's web page "Getting a Flu Vaccine and Other Recommended Vaccines at the Same Time".

PAXLOVID is sometime used to reduce the severity of COVID symptoms. This medication must be ordered by your doctor and as soon as possible. 

PAXLOVID has been approved for emergency use by the FDA.

If you have COVID-19 and would like to know if PAXLOVID is right for you, please contact your Primary Care Provider.

Yes. If you have a positive COVID-19 test, here’s what to do:

1. Stay home for at least 5 days and stay away from others in your home.
2. Tell the people you live and work with so they can watch for signs of COVID.
3. Wear a mask when you are around others. N95 masks provide the best protection.
4. Watch for symptoms that could be emergent: TROUBLE BREATHING, CONFUSION, CHEST PAIN OR TIGHTNESS IN YOUR CHEST. CONTACT YOUR PCP IF YOUR SYMPTOMS WORSEN OR IF YOU ARE AN OLDER ADULT OR HAVE OTHER ILLNESS.