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Iowa COVID vaccine: Find provider, county health department info

Appointments can be made online or by phone. Those scheduling an appointment with the health department should note that scheduling opens at 12 p.m. on Fridays for the following week. Here is the list with links to schedule an appointment: Dallas County Health Department (or call 515-993-3750) Hy-Vee Waukee.

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