(TDH/Peg Broadcasting News)
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has announced that all Tennesseans age 16 and over will become eligible for COVID-19 vaccination by April 5. Tennesseans aged 55 and older and those in Phase 2 risk phases are eligible now for COVID-19 vaccinations.
2.9 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been delivered to Tennessee providers to date. Tennessee expects approximately 311,000 vaccine doses this week. The state is also expecting new allocations of Johnson and Johnson vaccine the week of March 29, which will increase weekly supplies by 30 percent.
Find vaccination providers in your area by visiting VaccineFinder.org. Tennessee county health departments across the state currently have appointments available for COVID-19 vaccination. Book an appointment with your county health department at COVID19.tn.gov. Those who need help scheduling a COVID-19 vaccination appointment with their local health department may call the TDH vaccine support line at 866-442-5301.