Missouri teachers seek out coronavirus vaccines as eligibility date gets closer
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
As vaccine distribution continues across the state, teachers will become eligible for doses in Missouri starting on March 15. Some teachers are trying to get them earlier through the federal pharmacy program.
Educators in Missouri can try to schedule an appointment at certain pharmacies participating in the CDC s Federal Retail Pharmacy Program after the White House asked teachers and staff to be prioritized.
In Mid-Missouri, Hy-Vee is vaccinating PreK-12 teachers, staff and childcare providers are all able to be vaccinated at pharmacy locations. A spokeswoman for the chain of stores said it has seen an increase in the number of educators scheduling appointments.
Plans underway for mass vaccination clinic aimed at teachers in Cole County
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