Vaccines

Haworth Apothecary has been the only pharmacy selected in 15 health facilities to offer various vaccines at low cost this fall as a result of federal stimulus spending!

The vaccines include two for infants and toddlers, two for young people and one for people over 65. They provide protection against pneumonia, tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, meningitis and HPV. The vaccines can be administered to any child, adolescent or adult.

For more information or to make an appointment please call 201-384-7171. Anyone under 18 years old must have an appointment!

Preservative-free vaccines are available, speak to the pharmacist for details

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