Covid vaccinations now available to all over 16 regardless of medical issues

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Medical providers, including hospital systems, may now administer coronavirus vaccinations to Delawareans aged 16 or older regardless of a medical condition.

The state had earlier opened up its vaccine waiting list to those 16 or older. Invitations were based on putting a priority on those with underlying conditions.

Hospital systems had been vaccinating people with pre-existing conditions.

As of Monday, April 12, Delaware providers had administered 568,003 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine.

“This news means that any eligible Delawarean who wants a Covid-19 vaccine should be able to get one – whether it’s at their doctor’s office, a local pharmacy, or a community vaccination event,” said  Carney. “We’re vaccinating thousands of Delawareans each day. I’d encourage all Delawareans to get the shot. If you’re concerned, talk to your doctor or members of your family and friends who have already received the vaccine. That’s how we’ll beat this virus.” l systems may now vaccinate Delawareans aged 16 or older – whether or not they have a high-risk medical condition.

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This comes after a pause was placed on one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccinations, following half a dozen reports of a  rare type of blood clot in other states.

About two percent of those who have been vaccinated received the J&J vaccine.

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