On Tuesday Governor Tony Evers and the Department of Health Services announced that individuals age 16 and older with certain medical conditions will be eligible for the COVID19 vaccine starting March 22. This date is earlier than previously expected. This eligibility group includes individuals with medical conditions associated with an increased risk of severe illness with COVID19. Governor Evers stated in the press release that vaccinators across the state are doing great work to get folks vaccinated and because of their good work, Wisconsin continues to be a national leader in getting shots in arms.