Princeton To Hold COVID Vaccine Clinic For Teens Aged 16, 17

PRINCETON, NJ — The Princeton Health Department (PHD) will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccine clinic for 16- and 17-year-olds, beginning April 27.

PHD has teamed up with Hamilton Township, West Windsor Township, and Olden Pharmacy for this clinic.

The Pfizer vaccine will be administered to local teens.

The clinic will be held between 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. on April 27, 28, and 29.

Here are the eligibility requirements:

• Those who live, study, or work in Princeton
• Have to be 16-17 years of age
• Not yet received a COVID-19 vaccine and do not currently have an appointment
• Able to have a parent or guardian attend the clinic

For more information on eligibility, contact the Health Department's Vulnerable Population Outreach Coordinator, Gwen Krol at gkrol@princetonnj.gov, and copy Deputy Registrar, Barbara Reeder at breeder@princetonnj.gov.

New Jersey expanded COVID-19 vaccine eligibility earlier this week, and people 16 and older can now get vaccinated along with other groups.

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