Michigan COVID vaccine eligibility extended Monday: What to know

Michigan will see a major expansion in the eligibility of the COVID-19 vaccine starting Monday, March 22.

• All areas of the state may, as of Monday (03/22), depending on the availability of vaccines, vaccinate people aged 50 or over (part of Phase 2), as well as vaccination for people aged. Over 16 years of age with disabilities and / or health problems, as well as family caregivers and guardians.

• On April 5, 2021, all areas of the state may, as vaccines become available, implement vaccination for all persons aged 16 and above who were not previously eligible.

As of Friday, 27.1% of residents, including about 2/3 of the group aged 65 and over, had received at least one dose of the vaccine.

• Pharmacies: CVS and Rite Aid are expanding vaccines across the state.

There are several ways to request an appointment, including by phone. Here is a list of the six ways in which Michigan residents can apply for a vaccine.

NOTE: Consultations are based on the supply of vaccines and, although the supply is increasing, you can still expect some delays and delays, depending on where you live. Register whenever you can.

Certain underlying medical conditions are at increased risk of serious illnesses caused by the virus that causes COVID-19. Serious COVID-19 disease is defined as hospitalization, admission to the ICU, intubation or mechanical ventilation or death.

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• Cancer

• Chronic kidney disease

• COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)

• Down’s syndrome

• Heart problems, such as heart failure, coronary artery disease or cardiomyopathies

• Immunocompromised state (weakened immune system) of solid organ transplantation

• Obesity (body mass index [BMI] 30 kg / m2 or greater, but <40 kg / m2)

• Severe obesity (BMI ≥ 40 kg / m2)

• Pregnancy

• Sickle cell anemia

• Smoke

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus

The following medical conditions can put an individual at an increased risk of serious illness from the virus that causes COVID-19 and therefore are also eligible for vaccination at ages 50 and above at this time:

• Asthma (moderate to severe)

• Cerebrovascular disease (affects blood vessels and blood supply to the brain)

• Cystic fibrosis

• Hypertension or high blood pressure

• Immunocompromised state (weakened immune system) due to blood or bone marrow transplantation, immune deficiencies, HIV, use of corticosteroids or use of other drugs to weaken the immune system

• Neurological conditions, such as dementia

• Liver disease • Overweight (BMI> 25 kg / m2, but <30 kg / m2)

• Pulmonary fibrosis (with damaged lung tissue or scarring)

• Thalassemia (a type of blood disorder)

• Type 1 diabetes mellitus

More information: Dr. Frank McGeorge from Local 4 answers questions about the COVID vaccine

There is not enough vaccine for the groups being vaccinated, why are we adding more?

MDHHS: It is important to note that the stages of vaccination will be adjusted based on many factors including efficiency, effectiveness and equity. Data are being assessed to ensure that those at greatest risk and role in supporting communities are identified for vaccination based on the available supply. We understand the challenges and we thank everyone for their patience as we work to use all vaccines accordingly.