Are Vulnerable Communities Left Behind in Orange County’s Massive Coronavirus Vaccination Efforts?
Orange County Coronavirus
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A top public health expert said the county isn’t doing enough to include vulnerable communities.
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A top public health expert said the county isn’t doing enough to include vulnerable communities.
State and local officials push vaccination efforts, while questions over supply chain remain.
Concerns about lack of vaccinations for nursing homes and disabled people also surface.
Some people have been trying to get a vaccination appointment for days.
Attempts by some locals to remove the Pride Flag from the OC Fairgrounds and an identity crisis at the fair will collide on Jan. 20.
OC officials announced plans to vaccinate millions of people by Summer. It’s unclear when more doses will arrive.
On the table is a possible $4 pay bump over 120 days for hourly workers at these stores.
Officials are scrambling to get more doses as five large vaccination sites are gearing up.
A coalition of small business owners continue to press for official recognition of their efforts despite a silent city council.
County officials said five vaccination supersites are planned, but few details have been offered.