Fort Lauderdale's Inter Miami CF Stadium will turn into a COVID-19 vaccination site.
Up to 500 vaccines a day will be given to people who pre-register on the site, run by Broward Health. , is a partnership between the city of Fort Lauderdale and Inter Miami CF. The stadium, formerly known as Lockhart, will be open Monday through Friday for people 65 and over, office staff of Broward Health-credentialed physicians and other healthcare providers and their office staff members.
The vaccine distribution sites have been in high demand statewide, and Broward Health's vaccination appointments were full through February and no other appointments were being accepted.
"Demand for the vaccine has been great," said Broward Health's Dr. Aldo Calvo, the director of ambulatory services. "We are pleased to partner with the City of Fort Lauderdale and Inter Miami CF to expand our capacity."
Those who are eligible must register at BrowardHealth.org.
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