The CVS pharmacy chain began administering coronavirus vaccinations across California Friday. Eighteen Bay Area cities, including San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland and Vallejo, are participating. But as of Friday afternoon, all Bay Area appointments had been filled, according to the CVS website. A handful of cities, such as San Diego and Bakerfield, were still showing open slots.
Those seeking vaccinations must have appointments; walk-ins aren't allowed. Currently, only health care workers and people 65-and-older can get their shots at CVS. The vaccine is free, paid for by insurance or through a federal program for people without coverage.
Members of the public should go to CVS.com to check vaccine availability in their area and to make an appointment.
CVS has been given a limited amount of vaccine for use in states with high population density, with a goal of targeting populations designated as socially vulnerable according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention index.
A CVS spokesperson said in an email that which stores have the vaccine will shift based on availability. The chain plans on adding more locations as vaccine supply increases.
—Polly Stryker and Jon Brooks