Farmworkers deemed essential fear theyâre not a top priority for a COVID-19 vaccine
In Arizona, farmworkers are categorized as essential during the pandemic and as such, they should receive a COVID-19 vaccine in the next vaccination stage.
and last updated 2021-01-09 14:19:59-05
YUMA, AZ â In Arizona, farmworkers are categorized as essential during the pandemic and as such, they should receive a COVID-19 vaccine in the next vaccination stage.
But the next group under Phase 1B, also includes people in the education, transportation, and law enforcement sectors.
Where do farm workers fall on the priority list?
âI feel theyâve forgotten us because they think weâre not essential, but in reality, weâre very important,â said Nigtejac Laguna, a farmworker in Yuma County.