COVID-19 vaccine shipments started flowing into the state in December. As more vaccines arrive, how will you know when you can get one?
There’s been a lot of confusion as the state works to ensure Alaskans get the shot. Once you’re vaccinated, when are you actually protected from the virus?
We’re seeking clarity on the COVID-19 vaccine process and timeline on Talk of Alaska.
HOST: Lori Townsend
GUESTS:
- Dr. Anne Zink, Chief Medical Officer for the State of Alaska
- Tessa Walker Linderman, Nurse Consultant with Alaska’s Department of Health and Social Services
- Dan Winkelman, President and CEO of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation
- Teresa Holt, State Director of AARP Alaska
State vaccination scheduling website: https://myhealth.alaska.gov/
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LIVE Broadcast: Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. on APRN stations statewide.
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Lori Townsend is the chief editor, senior vice president of journalism and senior host for Alaska Public Media. You can send her news tips and program ideas for Talk of Alaska and Alaska Insight at ltownsend@alaskapublic.org or call 907-550-8452. Read more about Lori here.
