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New Yorkers 60 years and older can be vaccinated starting March 10
Government officials, non-profit workers and essential construction workers are eligible for COVID-19 vaccine from 17 March
Eligible for vaccine distribution; All suppliers, except pharmacies, can now launch the eligible New Yorker starting March 17; Pharmacies can vaccinate more than 60 and teachers per federal guidance from March 10
New Yorkers can make appointments on state-run vaccination sites using the New York-based ‘Am I Eligible’ tool or call 1-833-NYS-4-VAX
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a new extension of the COVID-19 vaccination status in New York. Beginning March 10, all New Yorkers 60 years and older will be eligible to receive the vaccine, while the public facing essential workers from government and nonprofit organizations will be eligible from March 17. This expansion also includes essential employees in the building services.
In addition, the Governor has announced that with the increased supply of the vaccine, restrictions on which segments of the eligible population can be vaccinated by specific providers will be relaxed to accommodate the extended suitability on 17 March. Previously, certain types of providers were ordered to focus their vaccination efforts on specific populations to ensure equitable distribution of vaccines. For example, hospitals that vaccinated health care workers, local health departments that vaccinated essential workers, and pharmacies that vaccinated New Yorkers age 65 and older. Providers can now vaccinate any eligible New Yorker, with the exception of pharmacies, which focus on individuals over the age of 60 and teachers, in accordance with federal policy. Pharmacies can start vaccinating individuals over the age of 60 and teachers on March 10th. As part of this effort, providers are encouraged to vaccinate the most at-risk New Yorkers, such as individuals 60 and older and people with comorbidities and underlying problems. health conditions.
“New York is marching forward and expanding access to the COVID-19 vaccine, addressing underserved communities and getting shots in the arms as we turn the tide in the fight against this virus,” Governor Cuomo said. “The supply is gradually increasing and we are opening new vaccination sites and expanding the suitability for it. New Yorkers over the age of 60 and those who serve their fellow New Yorkers in the public sector are more vulnerable to COVID-19, and we are around the Addressing the vulnerability by giving access to the vaccine. The fight against the COVID animal continues in all areas, and we are pushing down the infection rate while increasing vaccinations. ”
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Under this new suitability extension, the following essential workers may now be eligible to start receiving the COVID-19 vaccine on March 17:
- Public government and public employees
- Nonprofit Workers Providing Public Services to New Yorkers in Need
- Essential personal service workers targeted in public
These include workers such as public works workers, social service and child welfare caseworkers, government inspectors, sanitation workers, DMV workers, county clerks, construction workers and election workers – the everyday heroes who turned up daily during the pandemic.
New York’s extensive distribution network and the large population of suitable individuals still exceed the supply coming from the federal government. Because of this limited offer, New Yorkers are encouraged to stay patient and are advised not to show up at the vaccination sites without an appointment.
New York is marching forward and expanding access to the COVID-19 vaccine, addressing underserved communities and getting shots in the arms as we turn the tide in the fight against this virus.
CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan said, “Since the beginning of this pandemic, vital public workers at the front have endangered their own safety and the safety of their families to ensure that our state and local governments provide the necessary services to all New Yorkers. We are delighted to “to hear that all these workers now want to be eligible for the vaccine. It deserves to be protected so that New York can reopen completely and safely.”
NY AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento said, “Our vital workers have been at the forefront since the beginning of this pandemic to ensure that our communities can continue to function in the midst of this crisis. While many vital workers have already been vaccinated, it is now time for the rest of the individuals who go to work every day and interact with the public, are protected from this virus and can keep themselves and their families safe.I thank Governor Cuomo for extending the admissions to more essential workers in public and for the continued efforts of the capable of vaccinating every New Yorker. ‘
32BJ SEIU President Kyle Bragg said, “We welcome Governor Cuomo for adding service workers in the construction industry to the vaccination list. Builders protected the city during the pandemic and are now getting the protection they need to stay safe. Construction workers such as door staff, super, cleaners, security officers “Residents managers, porters helped New Yorkers get through the pandemic and are vital to the city’s recovery. Their health and safety are related to the city’s health and safety.”
DC 37 Executive Director Henry Garrido said: “District Council 37 members risked their lives every day to provide essential services that New Yorkers rely on. It’s the right thing to do to prioritize our workers to be eligible for the vaccine. It keeps them, their families and their communities safe. I applaud that expansion. “
Uniformed Sanitationmen’s Association Local 831 IBT President Harry Nespoli said, “We have been in constant communication with the Governors’ Office on this issue and are very pleased that our members are eligible to receive vaccinations. More than 25% of our members have been infected by COVID-19 and tragically four have died. Appreciate the actions of the governor very much. “
Eligible New York residents can schedule appointments at state vaccination sites using the New York Web site or by calling the state’s COVID-19 vaccination phone at 1-833-NYS-4-VAX (1-833-697- 4829).
New York maintains and expands an extensive vaccine distribution network. On March 8, Governor Cuomo announced that as federal vaccine supplies continue to grow, New York will establish ten additional state-run mass vaccination centers in New York City, Long Island, Hudson Valley, Capital, Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley and Western. New York regions to further expand the extensive distribution network in New York. The sites are still under development and are expected to launch in the coming weeks. Final details, including information on the appointment planning and hours, will be announced in the coming days.
Not only has New York already established 13 other state-run mass vaccination sites, but to meet the governor’s mandate to ensure the fair and equitable distribution of the vaccine, numerous other sites have been established to ensure that New Yorkers who live in underserved communities ensure direct access to the vaccine. It includes six state-of-the-art FEMA community-based vaccination sites, the Yankee Stadium Mass Vaccination Center and more than 120 community-based pop-up sites in public housing developments, churches and community centers.