Local health officials say some people are going on the search for a COVID-19 vaccine, despite not meeting the state requirements. (PHOTO: Spenser Heaps, Deseret News)
SALT LAKE CITY — As the state speeds up its vaccine rollout, Salt Lake County opened appointment slots to Utahns who are 66 years old Sunday evening — just one day after the vaccine became available to those 67 and older. This comes after Gov. Spencer Cox announced the state would lower the eligibility age to 65 Thursday.
The Salt Lake County Health Department opened registration for COVID-19 vaccines for Utahns who are 66+ at 6 p.m. Sunday, paving the way for 65-year-old residents to register Monday.
Vaccinations are free of cost but require an appointment. You can find more information about scheduling an appointment here.
Locations may vary, but vaccines are available at some of the following pharmacies at their Salt Lake County locations:
Residents can schedule an appointment for their second vaccine dose when they arrive for their first dose.
COVID-19 coronavirus spreads person to person, similar to the common cold and the flu. So, to prevent it from spreading:
Utah’s Coronavirus Information
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Utah Coronavirus Information Line – 1-800-456-7707
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention