In last week’s column we discussed Ohio’s phased approach to vaccine distribution. Currently, we are continuing to vaccinate Phase 1A (healthcare providers, people with intellectual disabilities and those with mental illness who in group homes or centers and staff at those locations, EMS responders). Next week, we will move on to Phase 1B. More information on Morgan County’s plan to vaccinate Phase B (those 65 years and up, adults who work in schools and those living with severe congenital, developmental or early on-set medical disorders) will be coming in the next few days.
Having access to accurate information is key to making an educated decision about choosing to be vaccinated against COVID-19, so we have compiled some helpful at-a-glance information from reliable sources to some of the most commonly-asked questions below:
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