Connecticut is moving up its Covid Vaccine Eligibility rollout! Governor Ned Lamont announced that he is accelerating Connecticut’s age-based rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in CT to proceed on a quicker schedule than was originally anticipated when it was announced last month. The Biden administration is expected to significantly increase supplies of the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson and Johnson Covid-19 vaccines over the next several weeks. The revised CT Covid vacccine eligibility schedule will tentatively expand to all individuals over the age of 16 years old by April 5.
“We have some of the best and most dedicated providers in Connecticut who have been working around-the-clock to create the infrastructure that will provide vaccines to as many residents as we can as quickly as possible,” Governor Lamont said. “Based on our discussions with the federal government regarding vaccine allocation, we anticipate receiving more than 200,000 first doses per week by early April. This allotment, combined with our state’s strong execution over the past several weeks, allows Connecticut to significantly accelerate the schedule so that we can equitably and efficiently vaccinate as many residents as possible. It’s still going to take some time to get the vaccine to everyone who wants it and I urge patience to the greatest extent possible, but over these next several weeks I anticipate that we will have an opportunity to considerably increase the amount administered each day.”
“Thanks to the tremendous work of our vaccine providers, the efforts of the federal government to increase the supply of vaccines to the states, and the decision of the governor to stick with an age-based system, Connecticut has made tremendous progress in vaccinating our residents quickly, efficiently, and equitably,” Connecticut Acting Public Health Commissioner Dr. Deidre Gifford said. “As we continue to focus on equity in our vaccination program, this more rapid expansion to younger age groups will give vaccinators, and local health and community organizations even more flexibility to reach out and connect with our high-risk communities to improve access. As we approach opening our vaccine program to all individuals over the age of 16, it remains important that everyone continue to wear masks, social distance, avoid large gatherings, practice good hand hygiene, and isolate and get tested if sick.”
Current CT Covid Vaccine Eligibility (the following individuals are eligible to schedule their Covid vaccine appointment):
- All individuals age 55 and older;
- Healthcare personnel;
- Medical first responders;
- Residents and staff of long-term care facilities;
- Residents and staff of select congregate settings; and
- PreK-12 school staff and professional childcare providers.
Going forward, CT Covid vaccine eligibility will proceed on the following schedule:
March 19: Individuals age 45 to 54 years old in CT will be eligible for the Covid vaccine in CT. These individuals can begin scheduling their Covid vaccine appointments.
April 5 (tentative): Individuals age age 16 to 44 years old in CT will be eligible for the Covid vaccine in CT. These individuals can begin scheduling their Covid vaccine appointments.
Connecticut will work with providers and the Department of Developmental Services to accelerate access for the most medically high-risk individuals under 45 during the month of April.
All eligible individuals in CT who would like to receive the Covid vaccine must make an appointment in advance. Check out our Guide to CT Covid Vaccines to learn how to make your appointments online. Those without access to the internet can call Connecticut’s Vaccine Appointment Assist Line at 877-918-2224. The assist line is available seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
CT Ranks Top 5 States in Covid Vaccination
Connecticut continues to rank among the top five states in the nation in the percentage of population that has been vaccinated.
- 77% of 75+ years old
- 71% of 65-74 years old
- 40% of 55-54 years old
- 918,741 1st doses administered
- 496,006 Fully Vaccinated
- 1,379,497 Total Doses Administered
Data as of March 15, 2021
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