More Illinoisans able to receive COVID-19 vaccine today, here’s who’s eligible – WSIL TV

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WREX) More Illinois residents are now eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine.

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Starting today, March 22, higher education staff, government workers and media members are eligible to receive the vaccine.

Next Monday, March 29, even more residents will be able to receive the vaccine, including restaurant workers.

READ MORE: Additional essential workers in Illinois eligible for vaccine on Monday

Heres a look at who is eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine in Illinois:

You must sign-up to receive the vaccine and walk-ins will not be accepted.

To register, go to http://www.wchd.org or call 815-319-6705 for assistance over the phone.

As more vaccine becomes available in the coming weeks and months, we will continue to make sure we are reaching people who are at greater risk of exposure to the virus or from suffering severe illness due to COVID-19,said IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike. While we will continue to prioritize individuals who are 65 years and older, as well as health care workers and individuals with underlying medical conditions, we want to maintain our momentum going forward and continue to increase our march towards herd immunity.

The state also announced a modified reopening plan last week.

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More Illinoisans able to receive COVID-19 vaccine today, here's who's eligible - WSIL TV