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With demand for the COVID-19 vaccination exceeding supply, the state is slowing down its distribution schedule.
That is why Wilson Carlisle of Brookfield wanted to make sure he was prepared. Carlisle, 96, drove to the Trumbull County Fairgrounds in Bazetta on Tuesday to ensure he knew where he was going when he gets his vaccine on Thursday. The Trumbull County Combined Health District is sponsoring a drive-thru vaccine clinic starting today at the fairgrounds where they plan to vaccinate 400 people a day. The clinic is by appointment only and people wanting to get vaccinated are asked to call 330-675-7844 or visit tcchd.org. They ask you to leave your name, date of birth and phone number, and they will return your call.
Jan 20, 2021
BAZETTA Hundreds of people lined up Wednesday morning at the Trumbull County Fairgrounds to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
The Trumbull County Combined Health District was able to provide nearly 550 shots to people 80 or older, but was also prepared to give more if necessary.
“We’re looking to give out 550 but it could be 600. Some people may have gotten confused or are supposed to come tomorrow but came today, so we’re prepared to give out 600,” said Sandy Swann, the health district’s director of nursing.
Starting at 9 a.m. the health department, and many volunteers, were prepared to distribute the vaccine. The plan was for the individuals getting the shot to remain in their vehicle and then pull in, two cars at a time, to the old Bazetta fire station.
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Wilson Carlisle, 96, of Brookfield, drove from his home to the Trumbull County Fairgrounds in Bazetta on Tuesday so he will know where he is going Thursday for his scheduled COVID-19 vaccination appointment. A drive-thru clinic will begin today at the fairgrounds, but people must preregister at the Trumbull County Combined Health District at 330-675-7844 or www.tcchd.org.
With demand for the COVID-19 vaccination exceeding supply, the state is slowing down its distribution schedule.
That is why Wilson Carlisle of Brookfield wanted to make sure he was prepared. Carlisle, 96, drove to the Trumbull County Fairgrounds in Bazetta on Tuesday to ensure he knew where he was going when he gets his vaccine Thursday. The Trumbull County Combined Health District is sponsoring a drive-thru vaccine clinic starting today at the fairgrounds where they plan to vaccinate 400 people per day. The clinic is by appointment only, and people wanting
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Today is the start of vaccinating Ohioans at least 80 years old though there aren’t nearly enough doses this week to give to even 25 percent of that age group.
With a limited amount of vaccines available and high demand, there have been issues for some calling health departments, hospitals and other medical facilities as well as pharmacies to register.
Mahoning County is supposed to get 3,075 first-dose vaccines and Trumbull County is to receive 2,300 doses this week. Two doses of the vaccination, about three to four weeks apart, are needed.
Mercy Health will start giving the vaccines today at its primary care centers in North Lima, Youngstown and Howland, said Dr. James Kravec, its chief clinical director. Before getting a vaccination, a date for a second dose will be scheduled, he said.
Today is the start of vaccinating Ohioans at least 80 years old though there aren’t nearly enough doses this week to give to even 25 percent of that age group.
With a limited amount of vaccines available and high demand, there have been issues for some calling health departments, hospitals and other medical facilities as well as pharmacies to register.
Mahoning County is supposed to get 3,075 first-dose vaccines and Trumbull County is to receive 2,300 doses this week. Two doses of the vaccination, about three to four weeks apart, are needed.
Mercy Health will start giving the vaccines today at its primary care centers in North Lima, Youngstown and Howland, said Dr. James Kravec, its chief clinical director. Before getting a vaccination, a date for a second dose will be scheduled, he said.