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COVID Clinic Re-Opens Site in Downtown Oakland

“Amid the season of holiday travel and gatherings, coupled with the emergence of the Omicron variant here in the East Bay, it is critical that Oaklanders have easy access to COVID vaccines, boosters, and rapid testing,” said Oakland City Administrator Ed Reiskin. “I am pleased that Covid Clinic is providing these essential services to our community.”

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4 years ago

December 22, 2021

Oakland Post

Covid Clinic operates two free, walk-up vaccination and testing sites in Oakland.

Free Walk-Up Clinics Offer Vaccinations, Boosters, and Rapid COVID testing

Starting Thursday, the Covid Clinic in downtown Oakland at Frank Ogawa Plaza will re-open to the public.

Covid Clinic also operates a second site in Fruitvale; hours of operation at the Fruitvale clinic changed effective Thursday, as detailed below. No appointment is necessary at either clinic.

Both free, walk-up clinics offer all three vaccinations: Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, and Pfizer (for adults; the pediatric vaccination is not yet available).

In addition to vaccinations, Covid Clinic offers three COVID tests:

RT PCR Test: 1-2 day turnaround. No cost to the patient.
Rapid Antigen Test: 30-minute turnaround. Costs may apply.
Rapid Antibody Test: 30-minute turnaround. Costs may apply.

Covid Clinic operates two free, walk-up vaccination and testing sites in Oakland:

Downtown Covid Clinic
Where: 250 Frank Ogawa Plaza, Oakland
Days: Monday through Friday
Hours: Open from 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. including holidays

Fruitvale Covid Clinic
Where: 3411 East 12^th Street, Suite #130, Oakland
Days: Saturday through Wednesday*
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Holiday Hours at Fruitvale:
Saturday, December 25 (Christmas): 12 noon – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 1 (New Years’ Day): 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

* NOTE: For the Fruitvale Clinic, these new hours of operation are effective immediately. Covid Clinic at Fruitvale will be closed on Thursday 12/16 and Friday 12/17, re-opening on Saturday 12/18 with new hours shown above.

More Vaccination and Testing Sites

For more information about other vaccination sites in Alameda County, visit: https://covid-19.acgov.org/vaccines.page?#availability

To find other testing site locations in Alameda County, visit: https://covid-19.acgov.org/testing

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Seth Curry Makes Impressive Debut with the Golden State Warriors

Seth looked comfortable in his new uniform, seamlessly fitting into the Warriors’ offensive and defensive system. He finished the night with an impressive 14 points, becoming one of the team’s top scorers for the game. Seth’s points came in a variety of ways – floaters, spot-up three-pointers, mid-range jumpers, and a handful of aggressive drives that kept the Oklahoma City Thunder defense on its heels.

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Seth Curry is a point guard on the GSW team.Photo courtesy of the Golden State Warriors.

By Y’Anad Burrell

Tuesday night was anything but ordinary for fans in San Francisco as Seth Curry made his highly anticipated debut as a new member of the Golden State Warriors. Seth didn’t disappoint, delivering a performance that not only showcased his scoring ability but also demonstrated his added value to the team.

At 35, the 12-year NBA veteran on Monday signed a contract to play with the Warriors for the rest of the season.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening came before Seth even scored his first points. As he checked into the game, the Chase Center erupted into applause, with fans rising to their feet to give the newest Warrior a standing ovation.

The crowd’s reaction was a testament not only to Seth’s reputation as a sharpshooter but also to the excitement he brings to the Warriors. It was clear that fans quickly embraced Seth as one of their own, eager to see what he could bring to the team’s championship aspirations.

Warriors’ superstar Steph Curry – Seth’s brother – did not play due to an injury. One could only imagine what it would be like if the Curry brothers were on the court together. Magic in the making.

Seth’s debut proved to be a turning point for the Warriors. Not only did he contribute on the scoreboard, but he also brought a sense of confidence and composure to the floor.

While their loss last night, OKC 124 – GSW 112, Seth’s impact was a game-changer and there’s more yet to come. Beyond statistics, it was clear that Seth’s presence elevated the team’s performance, giving the Warriors a new force as they look to make a deep playoff run.