The fight against the coronavirus pandemic continues.
Late Tuesday, the Centers for Disease Control authorized an emergency use vaccine for children ages five to eleven years old. Vaccine distribution is already in the works, and Governor Laura Kelly says Kansas will receive 128,000 vaccines. She says she knows how important it is to bring the vaccine to the people, and adds that they have done just that.
“Since the pandemic began, we’ve expanded the capacity of vaccinators from 300 to nearly 2,400 providers now, all across 105 counties,” Kelly says.
Kelly encourages Kansans to talk to their doctors or trusted healthcare providers to make an informed decision on what’s best for their kids.
“The tools we need to protect our children and finally return to normal are more accessible than ever. This new vaccine is safe, it’s effective, and it’s free.”
Kelly adds that with the commitment from every Kansan, we can put this pandemic behind us once and for all.
“Now, nearly a year after the first vaccine was approved, misinformation about the vaccine continues to run rampant through our communities. Some Kansans remain weary of getting vaccinated or having their kids vaccinated. I want to reiterate that the vaccine authorization process is thorough,” she ensures. “They have the best minds working to ensure that the vaccine is safe.”
Kelly says a portion of the 128,000 vaccines have already been received, and the rest are expected to arrive on Friday.
To learn more about the vaccine or how to schedule an appointment for your child, visit vaccines.gov.
Riley County health officals will have a sign up link live on its webstie before the end of the week. Health Department Director Julie Gibbs will provide additional details at 7 a.m. Friday on News Radio KMAN.
