Healthcare workers experiencing problems scheduling for Covid-19 vaccine “I really have tried to make it a priority to get this vaccine, but I only have so much energy at this point.” Author: Josh Sanders (KPNX) Updated: 7:54 PM MST December 24, 2020 PHOENIX — The day before Christmas, Arizona's Department of Public Health reported more than 7,000 new cases of COVID-19 and 115 deaths. Hospitals continue to see new cases flood hospitals. As of Thursday, only 132 ICU beds remain open statewide. For many healthcare workers on the frontline of the pandemic, this holiday’s prized gift is receiving their COVID-19 vaccine, but some of them are having trouble scheduling an appointment even though there are openings.