All Wisconsinites 16+ Will Be Eligible For Vaccines Next Week

MADISON, WI— Gov. Tony Evers, with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, announced on Tuesday everyone age 16 and over will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine starting April 5.

"Wisconsin leads the nation in getting available shots in arms, and today we’re announcing everyone 16 and older will be eligible to receive a #COVID19 vaccine starting next week," Evers said.

Those 16 and older will be able to sign up for a vaccine beginning April 5.

"Expanding #COVID19 vaccine eligibility today marks a major milestone in our work to overcome this pandemic and bounce back together. Thank you to all the folks in public health, vaccinators, and staff helping make this possible. Let's keep it up, Wisconsin," Evers said.

Last week, the state opened up eligibility to people with certain medical conditions, representing the largest eligibility group to date.

While everyone will be eligible starting April 5, some areas of the state may have a higher demand for vaccinations and may have waitlists.

Vaccine providers will prioritize anyone previously eligible such as public-facing essential workers and people with medical conditions.

Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin DHS announced on Monday that one million people in Wisconsin have completed their COVID-19 vaccine series and are fully vaccinated against the disease.

For more information, resources, and data related to Wisconsin's COVID-19 vaccination program, visit the COVID-19 vaccine webpage.