New coronavirus cases in D.C. — which had been on a sharp decline in June — are ticking upward, fueled by stagnant vaccination rates and the rise of the highly contagious delta variant.

       Here are answers to some common questions.

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       Are coronavirus cases going down in D.C.?

       No. You can follow the trends on The Washington Post’s tracker.

       How many people in D.C. have been vaccinated so far?

       The Washington Post’s tracker has information on the number of people in the District who have been vaccinated.

       I haven’t gotten vaccinated yet — do I still need an appointment?

       No. You can choose to make an appointment at a pharmacy or clinic if you’re most comfortable there, but you can also go to a city-sponsored walk-up clinic. Visit this city website to see the latest list of walk-up locations across the city.

       Are children and teens able to get vaccinated yet?

       Yes, children and teens age 12 and up can get the Pfizer vaccine at specific days and times at some of the city’s walk-up sites. They can also get appointments in the District at commercial pharmacies and several hospitals and health clinics.

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       Are there any pandemic restrictions in D.C.?

       Citing rising case rates, Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D) has reinstated an indoor mask mandate for vaccinated and unvaccinated people over the age of 2, beginning July 31. She has not reimposed social distancing or capacity restrictions for businesses.

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       Is the city offering incentives for me to get the vaccine?

       The city offered $51 gift cards to those who got their shots at selection locations, along with drawings for cars, Metro cards, and grocery store credits. Special drawings for teenagers will also be held.

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       Will I need a booster shot — and if so, how can I get one?

       This is still not clear. Vaccine developers such as Pfizer have said people will “likely” need a booster shot within 12 months of being vaccinated, but this has not been confirmed by federal agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read about the latest scientific updates from The Post’s health section.

       Do I still need to wear a mask?

       Yes. Everyone above the age of 2, regardless of vaccination status, will be required to wear a mask indoors in public settings beginning on July 31.

       Michael Brice-Saddler and Rebecca Tan contributed to this report.