Tagged 1b

Goal to vaccinate 70 percent of seniors reached, eligibility to expand

Gov. Tim Walz announced today that the goal of vaccinating 70 percent of those 65 and older has been reached, three weeks ahead of schedule, and now eligibility will expand. More than 1.8 million more Minnesotans are now eligible for their vaccine, which include Phase 1b Tier 2 and 3 populations, which include many with…

Dr. Swank Updates Sanford Health Of Northern Minnesota’s Vaccine Rollout

Assistant News Director Kev Jackson visits with Dr. Colleen Swank, Vice President of clinics and pediatrician at Sanford Bemidji. Swank says Sanford Health patients are automatically on a “list,” and factors for priority include age and conditions. Those who are not Sanford patients can visit their website to register for their “list.” Right now, Swank…