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MAR. 1, 2021
Following guidance from VDH, Arlington County on Friday began scheduling residents 16-64 with underlying medical conditions who pre-registered for vaccination appointments, in the approximate order of pre-registration. Currently, there are approximately 20,000 Arlington residents pre-registered in this category.
Conditions that increase the risk of severe illness from COVID-19 can be found on this CDC list. Proof of a high-risk medical condition or disability that increases risk of severe illness from COVID-19 is not needed.
As of this Feb. 26, 87% of residents 65+ who have pre-registered in Arlington have received a notification to schedule a vaccination appointment. These notifications will continue to others over the coming weeks, and every resident who pre-registered as a 65+ individual with Arlington by Feb. 12 will receive an invitation to schedule an appointment by March 12.
Additionally, Clergy/Faith Leaders and Janitorial/Custodial Staff have been added to Phase 1b, according to VDH's guidance.
If you haven't already pre-registered, please do so at Vaccinate Virginia.
As of Feb. 27, the Arlington County Public Health Division (ACPHD) has used 88.94% of first doses received*:
- 19,265 first doses of COVID-19 vaccine received
- 17,135 doses administered
*These numbers do not include vaccines administered by private providers and pharmacies.
Additional information is available at the VDH Vaccine Dashboards.
Over the weekend, the FDA issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) COVID-19 Vaccine to be distributed in the U.S for use in individuals 18 years of age and older.
Virginia is expected to receive 69,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine this week, which will be prioritized for mass vaccination clinics across the state. Arlington County is awaiting finalized distribution plans from the Commonwealth.
- Ultimately, the best vaccine for you will be the one that is available first. All three vaccines (along with Moderna and Pfizer) have been proven to be highly effective at preventing severe disease, including hospitalization and death.
- The vaccine requires only a single dose, which may be desirable for people who want to complete their immunization schedule quickly, do not want to return for a second dose, or have difficulty returning for a second dose.
Questions about COVID-19? Call the County's public information line at
703-228-7999, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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