Filipino American Society of Iowa breaking down barriers to help minorities get vaccinated
The group is organizing a vaccine clinic Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the New Hope United Methodist Church in Des Moines. Author: Local 5 News Updated: 7:43 PM CDT April 19, 2021
DES MOINES, Iowa Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders face barriers when it comes to getting the COVID-19 vaccine, as do many other minorities.
That s why the Filipino American Society of Iowa is hosting a free vaccine clinic in Des Moines this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the New Hope United Methodist Church.
According to FAS, language is probably the biggest barrier for minorities accessing vaccine appointments. That s why they re bringing in interpreters for at least five different languages to help at the clinic.
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