Florida vaccine rollout slower than many hoped
Evan Axelbank reports
SEBRING, Fla. – As COVID-19 vaccines are distributed throughout the state of Florida, individual counties are beginning to release information about how and to whom the two-dose vaccine will be distributed.
In an executive order, Governor Ron DeSantis said the first phase of vaccine administration will prioritize long-term care facility residents and staff, persons 65 years of age and older, and health care personnel with direct patient contact.
The Florida Department of Health – Highlands County is currently offering COVID-19 vaccinations for the following people:
- here. You cannot register for an appointment on-site.
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What you’ll need to be vaccinated in Highlands County:
- COVID-19 vaccine distribution information in Tampa Bay area counties