A Bronx resident receives the COVID-19 vaccine at Yankee Stadium (Don Pollard / Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)
Feb. 8, 2021 By Allie Griffin
New Yorkers who have pre-existing conditions will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine later this month.
Residents who have one or more underlying conditions — which put them at greater risk of complications should they contract the coronavirus — have been added to the list of those eligible for the vaccine in the state.
New Yorkers with such health issues can begin getting the life-saving shots on Monday, Feb. 15, Governor Andrew Cuomo said.
State health officials — with guidance from the CDC — have compiled a list of conditions that qualify a person for the vaccine. The list applies to people age 16 and older.
People with comorbidities must provide evidence of their condition through a doctor’s letter or other verifiable medical records.
(NY State)
2 Comments
I know two seniors (I am one too), All three of us have received texts or phone calls saying we are eligible for the covid shot. When we call back to enquire how to get it if we want it they say apply on your computer.
My two friends don’t have a computer and although I do, I gave up trying to figure out how to apply.
Murphy’s law in action.
I’m 60 years older