DC residents who are 12-15 years old can now get vaccinated against COVID-19 with the Pfizer-BioNTech shot, which has been recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for adolescents in that age range.
Starting Thursday, May 13, children between the ages 12 and 15 may receive the vaccine at walk-up sites, hospitals, health centers, and pharmacies across the District.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) extended the Emergency Use Authorization for Pfizer-BioNTech’s vaccine to ages 12 and older this week. It was followed by the recommendation of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) on Wednesday, May 12.
Residents aged 12 and older can get vaccinated at these walk-up sites whenever they are open:
Safeway, CVS, and Walgreens pharmacies that administer the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine can also vaccinate those 12 years old and older.
Other vaccination options for children aged at least 12 include scheduling an appointment through Children’s National or George Washington University Hospital, Howard University Hospital, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, One Medical sites, and federally qualified health centers, according to DC Health.
Families are asked to consult with their child’s pediatrician before the COVID-19 vaccination if the child has complex medical needs or severe allergies.