The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Q: Who becomes eligible for vaccines today?
A: Georgians 55 and older and those with a “high-risk condition” as defined by the CDC have been added to the list of those eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine.
Q: I’m eligible now. How can I get the vaccine?
A: You can try the state vaccine locator service at georgia.gov/covid-vaccine to find a site near you. In addition, several grocery/ pharmacy chains are offering the vaccine, including Publix, Kroger, Ingles, CVS, Walgreens and Walmart.
One thing to remember: All sites require an appointment. There are no walk-in vaccines available in the state at this time.
Q: Who will be eligible for vaccines next?
A: Gov. Brian Kemp said he hopes to expand vaccine eligibility to all adults by early April.
Who becomes eligible for vaccines today?
Starting today, the list includes Georgians who are 55 and older and those with high-risk medical conditions such as:
■ Asthma
■ Cancer
■ Diabetes
■ High blood pressure
■ Heart and kidney disease
■ Obesity
■ Pregnancy
The state hopes to make all adults eligible by early April.
Who else is eligible?
■ 65 and older, and caregivers
■ Teachers and school staff
■ First responders
■ Health care workers
■ Employees and residents of long-term care facilities
■ Intellectually disabled adults
■ Caregivers of some children with medical conditions.
To learn more georgia.gov/covid-vaccine myvaccinegeorgia.com