Monday's News Update From KWGS

By • Jan 25, 2021

Monday's top stories:

• Oklahoma appears to be performing well in vaccine distribution relative to other states, but herd immunity to COVID-19 is still a long way's off.

• The state health department says it plans to distribute vaccine equitably and ensure communities of color get access.

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Oklahoma Doing Relatively Well With COVID Vaccination, But Herd Immunity A Long Way Off

By • Jan 25, 2021
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As of Friday, just eight states and the District of Columbia had higher COVID vaccination rates per 100 people than Oklahoma.

That information is according to Bloomberg’s global tracker, which shows Oklahoma is also in the top 10 for the percentage of doses it’s used.

But there’s still a long way to go.

Oklahoma Says Equitable Vaccine Distribution To Communities Of Color A 'Top Priority'

By & • Jan 25, 2021
Oklahoma National Guard Tech. Sgt. Kasey Phipps

 

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma health officials plan to work with retailers and faith leaders in minority communities across the state to ensure equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health plans to unveil vaccine dispensing sites in minority communities across the state in the coming weeks, Deputy Health Commissioner Keith Reed said Friday.