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21 LANSING, Mich. During the first 90 days of 2021, the Michigan National Guard (MING) has supported communities throughout the state and administered more than 323,000 COVID-19 vaccinations in the fight against the virus.
Working with state partners, the MING received a request from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to support community healthcare organizations with logistical and medical assets for COVID-19 vaccinations across the state.
“During Michigan’s COVID-19 response, MDHHS is ensuring medical facilities have access to the COVID-19 vaccines to safeguard our residents,” said Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, chief medical executive and chief deputy for health, MDHHS. “The partnership between MDHHS and the Michigan National Guard has been vital to the success of the vaccine distribution and plays a significant role in the success of our mission.”
West Michigan partners open next phase of COVID-19 vaccination registration
Due to a lack of supply, local health departments say it s likely appointments will be weeks out. Author: 13 ON YOUR SIDE Staff Published: 1:10 PM EST January 8, 2021 Updated: 6:25 PM EST January 8, 2021
Starting at 1 p.m. Friday, people included in the next phase for COVID-19 vaccination will be able to register for an appointment. But, the availability of appointments will likely be slim.
Due to a lack of supply, health officials say it s likely appointments will not be available for several weeks, and health systems and health departments are still moving through Phase 1A in many parts of West Michigan.