South Carolina's health agency is partnering with breweries across the state to get young people to take the COVID-19 vaccine. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control said Thursday they have what's know as the "Shot and a Chaser" campaign, a partnership with the South Carolina Brewers Guild. DHEC says right now the 20-24 age group is the least vaccinated group among those eligible. That age range makes up less than one.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced Thursday a program to administer the COVID-19 vaccine at some South Carolina breweries, The state's “Shot and a Chaser” campaign is a partnership with the South Carolina Brewers Guild to help boost vaccination rates among young adults, officials said. Numerous breweries across the state are participating in this initiative. Sign up for our Newsletters The 20 to 24.
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Jun 3, 2021 1:18 PM EDT
Courtesy: DHEC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the South Carolina Brewers Guild and teaming up to encourage South Carolinians to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Several breweries throughout the state, including River Rat Brewery in Columbia, will participate in the campaign in which individuals can go to the brewery, get vaccinated and receive a free beer or soda. You must be 21-years-old or older to receive a beer.
“DHEC’s partnership with the South Carolina Brewer’s Guild is the latest example of innovation and outside-the-box thinking that it’s going to take to beat this pandemic,” said Dr. Edward Simmer, DHEC Director. “Young adults are often busy travelers and incredibly social, so we want to make sure they get their shot to protect themselves and others while visiting restaurants, vacationing, and attending various events. This promotion will go a long way in m
Updated: 2:21 PM EDT Jun 3, 2021 The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced Thursday a program to administer the COVID-19 vaccine at some South Carolina breweries,The state s âShot and a Chaserâ campaign is a partnership with the South Carolina Brewers Guild to help boost vaccination rates among young adults, officials said. Numerous breweries across the state are participating in this initiative. The 20 to 24 age group is the least vaccinated group in South Carolina, making up less than 1% of all vaccinated individuals, according to DHEC data. Through this new campaign, the single-shot Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine will be offered at participating breweries, with some breweries offering the two-dose Moderna vaccine, as well. Anyone who gets their shot on-site from a trained medical professional will be offered a free beer or soda; those who choose a beer must be 21 or older. âDHECâs partnership with the Sou