D.C. to expand COVID vaccine eligibility to everyone 16 and older

by: Makea Luzader

Posted: Apr 5, 2021 / 09:57 PM EDT / Updated: Apr 5, 2021 / 09:57 PM EDT

WASHINGTON (WDVM) — Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that COVID vaccine eligibility will expand to all D.C. residents 16 and older beginning Monday, April 19.

She said that all essential workers included in Phase 1C will still become eligible on April 12.

Everyone can pre-register online or by calling 1 (855) 363-0333.