Tennessee Vaccinations Slow Despite Efforts by Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton made headlines throughout the Coronavirus pandemic for
her charitable contributions to vaccine research. Early on, the country star donated donated $1 million to the Vanderbilt University Medical Center for their experimental efforts. The work conducted at Vanderbilt eventually led to the creation of the Moderna vaccine. Therefore, Parton's move was helpful in combatting the virus nationwide. But her gift also highlighted the key motive which has always driven Parton's philanthropy: her Tennessee roots. The Sevier County native has funded many initiatives within the state.
So naturally, when Parton realized the necessity of an effective Coronavirus vaccine, she turned to Vanderbilt University: Tennessee's own bastion for academia and scientific research. Prior to the rollout of vaccinations, Parton's role in the matter caused a buzz among country fans and concerned citizens alike. Everyone wanted to know when we could expect a Covid-19 vaccine! But as a new op-ed in