UpdatedMon, Feb 1, 2021 at 4:58 pm ET
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A coronavirus vaccine. (Michael Appleton)
QUEENS, NY — Seven Queens ZIP codes have been added to the city's list of priority neighborhoods for coronavirus vaccination sites and outreach efforts, officials announced Sunday.
Kew Gardens, Woodhaven, Jackson Heights, East Elmhurst, Richmond Hill, South Ozone Park and Queens Village are now among 33 regions where New York City's Taskforce on Racial Inclusion and Equity will focus its efforts to expand vaccine access and address hesitancy about getting the COVID-19 vaccine, according to the mayor's office.
Residents will get priority for appointments at neighborhood vaccination sites. Eligible essential workers in priority neighborhoods will get to schedule appointments for family members on-site.