May 21, 2021 3:50 a.m.

Aviva Health, in cooperation with the Douglas Education Service District, will host a COVID-19 vaccination event on Saturday.

It will take place at the new Aviva vaccination clinic at 4221 Northeast Stephens, Suite 101 across the parking lot from Costco. The clinic is for children and teens between the ages of 12 and 17. Clinic hours are 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Parent or guardian consent is required to vaccinate people age 12 to 14, but this consent does not necessarily require that a parent or guardian go with the youth to receive the vaccination. Written consent can be obtained in advance. Under Oregon law, minors 15 years of age and older may consent to medical treatment, including vaccinations. Aviva’s release said families are encouraged to make decisions about vaccinations together.

To schedule an appointment for Saturday, call 672-9596.