COVID-19

COVID-19
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COVID-19 Updates

  • VACCINATION EVENT: NEMS will be providing COVID-19 vaccinations at the 2023 San Francisco Chinatown Community Street Fair on Saturday and Sunday, February 4-5. Click here to learn more.
  • VACCINES: NEMS provides COVID-19 vaccinations and age-eligible boosters to any community member ages 6 months and over. NEMS currently offers Moderna, Pfizer, and Novavax vaccines, as well as bivalent boosters.
  • TESTING: COVID-19 PCR testing is available at select NEMS locations. At-home rapid antigen testing kits are also available by request for pick-up at a NEMS pharmacy.
  • TREATMENT: If you test positive for COVID-19, notify your NEMS provider immediately as you may be eligible for COVID-19 treatment.
  • A limited supply of N95 masks are available at select NEMS clinics. Mask distribution is first come, first served, while supplies last.
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COVID-19 Vaccination

NEMS can assist you with getting the COVID-19 vaccine and boosters. Click on a topic below to learn more.

Get Vaccinated

NEMS can provide COVID-19 vaccinations to any community member ages 6 months and over!

If you are a NEMS member, please call 415-391-9686 to make a vaccination appointment. If you are new to NEMS, please register first by visiting our Become a Member page.

All patients under age 18 will need to have their parent/guardian accompany them to their vaccine appointment. Parents or guardians will be asked to provide contact information and a Photo ID at the appointment. For anyone under 18, please also bring your photo ID if available (for example, school ID or driver’s license).

Booster Shots

NEMS offers booster shots to age-eligible members who have completed their primary COVID-19 vaccine series. Please use the following criteria to determine if and which booster you are eligible to receive (as of 9/12/22):

  • Age 6 months to 4 years: A booster is not recommended at this time.
  • Age 5 to 11 years: A Pfizer or Moderna bivalent booster is recommended at least 2 months after completing the primary vaccine series or the last monovalent booster. Children age 5 years can only get a Pfizer bivalent booster and children ages 6 to 11 years can get a Pfizer or Moderna bivalent booster.
  • Age 12 to 17 years: A Pfizer or Moderna bivalent booster is recommended at least 2 months after completing the primary vaccine series or the last monovalent booster.
  • Age 18 years and older: A Pfizer or Moderna bivalent booster is recommended at least 2 months after completing the primary vaccine series or the last monovalent booster.
Vaccines for Kids Under Age 5

NEMS is offering both Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines for children 6 months and older, by appointment only. Please call 415-391-9686 to make an appointment.

Girl getting a COVID-19 test

COVID-19 Testing

NEMS offers several COVID-19 testing options for you and your family.

When Do You Need COVID-19 Testing?

If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, we recommend taking a COVID-19 rapid antigen test, which can be done at home. You can also use an at-home rapid antigen test to monitor for illness as requested by your school or work.

If you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, we recommend that you complete an in-person PCR test at NEMS.

NEMS does not provide COVID-19 testing for travel or leisure purposes.

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COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests

COVID-19 At-Home Rapid Antigen Test Kits are now available through the United States Postal Service as well as through NEMS.

If you are a NEMS member and would like to request test kits, please call 415-391-9686 to schedule a time to pick up at one of our NEMS Pharmacy locations. If you are new to NEMS, please register first by visiting our Become a Member page.

COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test Kits (QuickVue and iHealth) FAQ & Instruction Handouts are now available. See below.

COVID-19 PCR Testing (In-Person)

NEMS offers in-person PCR testing at some of our clinic locations through drive-thru or walk-up. NEMS staff will observe you during the nasal swab self-collection process or can help young children or those who need assistance.

Learn more about COVID-19 testing and aftercare below.

COVID-19 Testing Locations

NEMS can provide PCR testing at select locations:

Santa Clara County
Call 408-573-9686 to make an appointment
NEMS LUNDY CLINIC – SAN JOSE
1870 Lundy Avenue
San Jose, CA 95131

San Francisco
Call 415-391-9686 to make an appointment
NEMS NORIEGA CLINIC – SUNSET
1450 Noriega Street
San Francisco, CA 94122

NEMS CHINATOWN TESTING SITE
North Beach Garage
735 Vallejo Street
San Francisco, CA 94133

NEMS 2574 SAN BRUNO CLINIC – PORTOLA
2574 San Bruno Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94134

San Mateo County
Call 650-550-3923 to make an appointment
NEMS EASTMOOR CLINIC – DALY CITY
211 Eastmoor Avenue
Daly City, CA 94015

Test Soon and Treat Early

NEMS is proud to be a “Test to Treat” program site. Whether you’ve tested positive using a PCR test or an at-home rapid antigen test, it’s important for you to tell your primary care provider immediately.

If you are a NEMS member and test positive for COVID-19, we can provide you with oral antiviral medications if you are at high risk of getting very sick. Please notify your NEMS provider immediately and within 5 days of the start of your symptoms, so you can be evaluated as a candidate for treatment. COVID-19 treatments must be started early in order to work.

COVID-19 Treatment

NEMS Pharmacy has oral antiviral medication available for symptomatic patients who test positive for COVID-19 and have increased risk for hospitalization.

Please notify NEMS immediately and within 5 days of the start of your symptoms, so you can be evaluated as a candidate for treatment. COVID-19 treatments must be started early in order to work.

NEMS is proud to be a “Test to Treat” program site.

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Health and Safety Protocols

If you need to come in person to a NEMS Clinic, please remember to:

  • Call ahead to make an appointment: 415-391-9686 or 650-550-3923 or 408-573-9686
  • Avoid entering the facility if you have a cough or fever. Please schedule a virtual care appointment instead.
  • Wear a mask. Surgical masks are required in any health care facility.
  • Maintain at least six feet (6’) of distance from others.
  • To comply with county health orders, please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before your appointment.
  • Only 1 caretaker or guardian may accompany a patient if needed.
  • Health screenings (temperature checks and screening questions) may be asked and performed.
  • Please bring your NEMS ID, insurance cards, and active medication bottles to your visit.
  • Indoor waiting areas may be limited or restricted for safety purposes. We may need to ask that you wait outside.
  • Abide by our social distancing protocols and follow the instructions of NEMS staff on site.

COVID-19 Education Materials

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs

 

CLINITEST Rapid COVID-19 Antigen Testing Instructions

 

Quidel QuickVue At-Home Rapid Antigen Testing Instructions

 

iHealth At-Home Rapid Antigen Testing Instructions

 

FlowFlex COVID-19 Antigen Testing Instructions