NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Thousands of drug stores across the Tri-State Area are now able to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine to customers who have appointments.
The shots are available at Ride Aid, Walgreens and Duane Reade stores in New York City.
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In Connecticut, the vaccine will be available at Walgreens and CVS.
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