Tennessee’s vaccination rate for people who work in nursing homes and assisted living facilities is among the lowest in the country, according to a new report from the Center for Public Integrity. Fewer than a third of staff members have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, despite being some of the first offered the shots through […]
‘It’s Not A Never Thing’ — Why Rural Tennesseans Are Waiting To Get The COVID Vaccine
Convincing rural, white conservatives in Tennessee has become the next challenge in a race to reach herd immunity.
Country Stars Like Eric Church Promote COVID Vaccinations To Address Rural Reluctance
The Academy of Country Music has announced it will film public service announcements at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium and Grand Ole Opry. They’re part of a growing campaign to reach rural, white conservatives.
16 And Up Now Eligible For COVID Vaccine In Nashville, Thanks To Bump In Pfizer Shipment
Anyone 16 or older can now register for a COVID vaccine appointment in Nashville, according to an announcement Wednesday morning from the Metro Public Health Department. The city had planned to make the move April 5 but benefited from an unexpected increase in supply from the state.
Targeted Events Credited For Nashville’s Improved COVID Vaccination Equity
Nashville health officials are crediting targeted events for helping to close the gap in COVID vaccination rates between Black and white residents. Roughly half of people over 65 years old in each demographic have received at least one dose.
Tennessee Legislature Won’t Ban Employers From Requiring COVID Vaccine
Tennessee will not be banning employers from requiring workers to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Ultimately, the interests of “corporate freedom” are winning out against “individual liberty,” as one lawmaker put it.
From Concerts To Bear Hugs, Nashvillians At Mass Vaccination Event Look Forward To What Comes Next
Nashville officials are calling the weekend’s drive-thru mass vaccination event a success after putting 10,000 doses in the arms of local residents. The event ran for just more than 13 hours, and brought together people from all walks of life.
Tennessee To Open COVID Vaccine To Majority Of Residents
Tennessee has “soft-launched” a new phase of COVID vaccination, beginning to offer doses to anyone 55 and up or in “critical infrastructure” jobs. A state health department official says a formal announcement will come Monday, along with plans to open up vaccinations to all adults in April.
Some Tennessee Counties Opening Vaccinations To People 55+ and ‘Critical Infrastructure’ Workers
COVID-19 vaccinations are opening today to more Tennesseans, mostly in rural West Tennessee.
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