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Harris County Launches On Demand COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment System; 55,000 COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Now Available for the Week of April 19 - Houston Forward Times

Harris County Public Health Transitions from Waitlist System to Offering Residents Appointment Options Immediately Upon…

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