CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) – The City of Chicago moved into Phase 1C of the vaccine rollout Monday.
Effective Monday, those eligible include Chicagoans 16 and up with underlying medical conditions and additional essential workers. People in phases 1A and 1B also still remain eligible for the vaccine.
While the list of those eligible expands, vaccine supply and appointments are still very limited and patience will be key.
Currently, vaccination is available by appointment only for eligible individuals. The best way to schedule an appointment is by contacting your healthcare provider. If you do not have a healthcare provider, go to Zocdoc.com/vaccine or Chicago.gov/VaccineFinder to find a vaccine provider nearby.
Seniors and people with underlying medical conditions are particularly vulnerable to severe illness or death from COVID-19 and are highly encouraged to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Underlying conditions include, for example, people with cancer, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, heart conditions, immunosuppressed states after a transplant, obesity, pregnancy, pulmonary disease, or sickle cell disease. A complete list of eligible conditions is on the City’s vaccine website at chicago.gov/covidvax.
Additionally, beginning on Monday, City of Chicago-run vaccination sites will only schedule appointments for Chicago residents, and no children under age 18 will be allowed on site. While government-issued ID is not required, these sites will also require proof of residency.
The COVID-19 vaccine is free to everyone, regardless of insurance or immigration status. You cannot be denied a vaccine if you do not have insurance.
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