Connecticut becomes first state to reach 50% of adults fully vaccinated against COVID-19

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Gov. Ned Lamont announced Monday Connecticut has become the first state in the nation to reach full COVID-19 vaccination for 50% of all adults.

The governor reported that as of Monday, 1,912,581 residents had received at least their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine — nearly 70% of the adult population in the state. And 1,393,894 have been fully vaccinated — about 50% of the adult population.

Approximately 3,192,560 doses have been administered since the vaccine became available.

In a tweet, Gov. Lamont congratulated those who have chosen to receive to the vaccine.

Connecticut is the 1st state in the nation to fully vaccinate more than 50% of all adults over the age of 18.

Congrats to everyone who has been vaccinated so far! #KeepItUpCT 💪

If you haven't been vaccinated yet, find a provider near you at https://t.co/UlEhIlOL4r

— Governor Ned Lamont (@GovNedLamont) May 3, 2021

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