Black and Latino Vaccination Rates Lag, Especially Among Young People
“We do need to work harder to ensure that there’s good information and easy access to vaccinations for our younger people,” said LA County Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer.
“We do need to work harder to ensure that there’s good information and easy access to vaccinations for our younger people,” said LA County Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer.
The county has missed its goal of administering 95% of its weekly supply for the first time. Some 18% of residents have also missed their appointment for the second dose.
The COVID-19 pandemic has illuminated the struggles faced by vulnerable populations, and the push to vaccinate Californians is no exception.
Nine Bay Area counties will receive $7.6 million from the state in an effort to support COVID-19 vaccination efforts.