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The Federal Emergency Management Agency is partnering with Kentucky to open two new vaccination centers in Henderson and Laurel counties next week.
The goal of the program is to focus on vaccinating communities with a high risk of COVID-19 exposure and infection.
“The program will also enhance our efforts to provide health-equity solutions through mobile operations from each location,” said Michael Dossett, director of the Kentucky Division of Emergency Management.
The sites, open Tuesday through Saturday, will be capable of administering up to 7,000 doses a week. The centers will follow Kentucky’s eligibility requirements and will accommodate walk-up visitors.
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