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Texas Is First State To Administer 1 Million COVID-19 Vaccines
Texas Ranks #1 For Percentage of COVID-19 Vaccines Administered
For some Texans in Phase 1A and Phase 1B finding access to a COVID-19 vaccine has been challenging and frustrating. We’ve seen long lines at vaccination centers, experienced difficulty getting through to pharmacies, and experienced first hand the difficulty in scheduling an appointment.
As DSHS shares vaccine information on Facebook, many have expressed their frustration in locating vaccine. DSHS responded: “Hey y’all, we understand your concerns and frustrations. DSHS and vaccine providers are working hard to improve each part of the COVID-19 vaccine process. Please continue to provide your feedback as it is vital for making improvements.
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Arlington Expo Center COVID-19 Vaccination Site
Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference in Arlington where he provided an update on Texas’ COVID-19 vaccine distribution efforts. Prior to the press conference, the Governor attended a briefing and toured the mass COVID-19 vaccination site at the Arlington Expo Center. The Governor was joined by Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) Assistant Chief Josh Roberts, Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Commissioner John Hellerstedt, MD, Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams, Tarrant County Judge B. Glen Whitley, and Texas Health Resources CEO Barclay E. Berdan.
Vaccines are typically shipped and received multiple times per week, causing providers to work through the logistics of scheduling Texans to receive the vaccine. Establishing hub locations will provide a dependable supply that large providers can plan around. By the end of this week, an additional 28 mass vaccine sites will be operationa