COVID-19 Vaccination
We are currently in Phase 1B tier 1
As the Governor announced, the age threshold for Phase 1B-1 has changed from 70 years old to 65 years old. The current tier also includes people 50 and older who live in multigenerational households. This group specifically includes older adults or elders who cannot live independently and is being cared for by a relative, an in-home caregiver, or someone who works outside the home. This group also specifically includes an older adult or elder who is living with and taking care of kinship. Details can be found in the Vaccine Prioritization Guidance summary. Also, anyone who was eligible in Phase 1A can still get vaccinated.
In an effort to speed up vaccination rates, providers will be allowed some flexibility for Phase 1B tier 2 through tier 4 eligible individuals to allow for easier administration of the vaccine in congregate settings and workplaces. If providers are combining tiers, please do so in a way that promotes equity and continues to promote those at higher risk first. Additional guidance can be referenced in the Vaccine Prioritization Guidance summary. Providers are now required to administer 95% of vaccine allocations within a week of receipt, and submit vaccine data to the state within 24 hours of administration. Details can be found in the Governor's announcement and DOH's media release.
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As of today, vaccine administration data is now available on our Data Dashboard. Under the Vaccinations tab, you can view the number of doses given in each county and statewide in a map view or by date, as well as the population percentage and number of people who have received does. |
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To find out if you are eligible to be vaccinated in the current phase, use our vaccine Phase Finder Tool. Please note: the Phase Finder website is experiencing high volumes of traffic. Please be patient, it may take a few tries to connect.
For more detailed information on vaccine plan phases, see the Vaccine Prioritization Guidance summary. You can also visit DOH's COVID-19 vaccine page. If you have questions about COVID-19 vaccines or DOH's vaccination plan, please email Vaccine.Engagement@doh.wa.gov.
Governor Inslee's Announcement
Article | Video | DOH media release
On Monday, January 18, 2021; Governor Inslee announced a new public-private partnership to further support the rapid administration of COVID-19 vaccines to Washingtonians. This announcement includes the move to Phase 1B-1 of the vaccine timeline, increased infrastructure with high-throughput sites, and new benchmarks for weekly vaccine administration.
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Healthy Washington - Roadmap to Recovery
DOH Weekly Report | Governor's Plan
Every Friday, DOH will analyze data and generate a report showing Washington State's progress across four key metrics to determine each region's phase for the following week. This information will be sent to local health leaders.
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COVID-19 Guidance Updates
Governor Inslee's requirements in accordance with the Healthy Washington plan:
Governor Inslee's Healthy Washington sector-specific requirements - released 1/11/21
DOH's public health guidance for the COVID-19 pandemic:
Water Recreation Facilities Reopening Guidance - updated 1/13/21
Water Recreation Facility Occupancy Supplemental Guidance - updated 1/13/21
Revised Emergency Rules for Temporary Worker Housing - updated 1/8/21
Prioritization of N95 and Other Respirators in Hospitals During Shortages - updated 1/4/21
Contingency Strategies for PPE use in Long-Term Care Settings - NEW 12/30/20
Glove and Other PPE Guidance for COVID-19 Vaccine Administration - updated 12/23/20
Looking for a certain DOH guidance document, or need something translated? Contact CovidExternalAffairs@doh.wa.gov
Where can I find...?
COVID-19 information for Washington State can be found in three main places:
1. The Department of Health's COVID-19 page has information on testing, case investigation and contact tracing, guidance, and other health and safety precautions.
2. Governor Inslee's COVID-19 Resources and Information page has requirements for reopening businesses and resuming activities, and current mandates and proclamations.
3. The Washington State Coronavirus Response website features a number of helpful resources and information for the general public, including infographics and videos.
Have questions about this bulletin? Don't see something you'd like included in our next update? Reach us at CovidExternalAffairs@doh.wa.gov.
For the Washington State Department of Health Call Center, dial 1-800-525-0127 then press #. Hours are Monday - Friday 6 am to 10 pm and Saturday - Sunday 8 am to 6 pm.
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