Find a Vaccination
The University System of Maryland strongly encourages all students, faculty, and staff to be fully vaccinated and up to date on all available booster shots when eligible so that our univeristy communities are well positioned to remain safe and healthy.
Vaccinations Available in Frostburg and Throughout Region
FSU students, FSU employees and the public can receive vaccinations through UPMC Western Maryland’s Frostburg Medical Center Urgent Care between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Appointments are encouraged — call 301-689-3229 — but walk-ins are welcome. The UPMC Frostburg Medical Center Urgent Care is located in the Frostburg Shopping Plaza, 10701 New Georges Creek Road SW, Frostburg, MD 21532. Vaccines are also available at other UPMC locations in the region. Visit the UPMC vaccination site for more information.
Vaccination Finder Available
Vaccination finder at the CDC's Vaccines.gov website can assist you in finding vaccination options in your area.
Maryland Vaccination Options
All Marylanders 12 and older can register online at Maryland.gov web site or by phone through the state’s COVID-19 vaccination support center at 1-855-MD-GOVAX (1-855-634-6829) to receive a vaccine from any provider.
Check out the links below for information and opportunities/clinics:
- The Allegany County Health Department has updates and information here. Residents can fill out the interest form at this link.
- The Garrett County Health Department has information here.
- UPMC Western Maryland has information here about vaccine clinics.
- Other information is available at the state health department website.
- You can also find updated information in Congressman David Trone's newsletter.
- Allegany County options/locations:
- Martin's (LaVale or Cumberland)
- Walgreens (Frostburg)
- Walmart (LaVale) or call pharmacy at 301-729-5088
Students — and anyone — should consider location when signing up for appointments for two-dose vaccines. Many locations are currently offering doses three to four weeks apart at the same location.
The Allegany County Health Department provided initial vaccination appointments in March based on the state guidelines that include phase 1B, which covers higher education employees, including student employees. As they and the state expand offerings, watch for emails from COVIDtesting for more information.
Vaccines are safe, effective, and authorized for use by our country’s leading medical experts. And, they are our best chance to end the pandemic. It’s going to take time and patience, but we are making progress. When it’s your turn, get vaccinated. Protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community. Visit GoVax for more information. We'll get through this together!
