COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Expands Statewide in April
Vaccinations opening for all Californians aged 50 and up April 1st, and 16 and up April 15th.
California is allocating COVID-19 vaccines as they become available to ensure equitable distribution. Vaccinations are prioritized according to risk and age.
| Group | Date |
|---|---|
Healthcare workers and long-term care residents (Phase 1A) |
Now vaccinating |
People with a high chance of exposure and those 65 or older (Phase 1B) Sector populations with high chance of exposure:
|
Now vaccinating |
Individuals age 16 or older at higher risk People with certain significant high-risk:
|
Now vaccinating |
| Individuals 50 or older | Starts April 1, 2021 |
Every Californian 16 or older Vaccination of people younger than 16 will start as soon as the COVID-19 vaccines are approved for them |
Starts April 15, 2021 |
For further details, please review the California Department of Public Health’s Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Guidelines and Provider Bulletin. California’s COVID-19 vaccine website with additional information and resources.
Every Californian can verify their eligibility or schedule with My Turn by signing up at myturn.ca.gov or calling (833) 422-4255.
How To Get Vaccinated
Learn more about how to get vaccinated by visiting the state’s COVID-19 website. The state’s website has information on vaccination eligibility, how to sign up for an appointment via MyTurn.ca.gov, local health jurisdiction resources, and more. Additionally, CVS, Rite Aid and Walgreen pharmacies now offer limited appointments for free COVID-19 vaccinations in select areas. Visit COVID-19 website for more information.
Federal Retail Pharmacy Program & Vaccine Appointments: The Federal Retail Pharmacy Program has been activated with select pharmacy partners. California’s current pharmacy partners are CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreens and Albertsons. Pharmacy partners are now offering COVID-19 vaccines in their select store locations. For eligibility and scheduling, visit the California Department of Public Health’s Federal Retail Pharmacy Program page.
