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Join Alomere Health Leadership and Clinical Team members for an update on the state of local health care at the one-hour virtual Listen & Learn event on Tuesday, Dec. 14 from noon-1 p.m.
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Douglas County ahead of state COVID-19 vaccine rate As of March 13 data provided by the Minnesota Department of Health, 10,155 people – 27.1% of the counties population (37,513) – have received at least one vaccine dose with 6,556 – 17.5% – completing their vaccine series. Supply has been sporadic but should be more consistent as number of eligible people increases. 7:07 am, Mar. 16, 2021 × As of Monday, March 15, the county’s vaccination rate is better than the states. Statewide, 22.7% have received at least one dose and 13% have completed their series, wher...
Sandy Buckner says after effects of COVID-19 vaccine pale in comparison to having and dealing with COVID-19. 3:08 pm, Mar. 5, 2021 × Sandy Buckner (right) of Alexandria smiles for a photo with her occupational therapist, Mallory Thang, while baking a cake. Her therapy included trying to stand for longer periods of time, which is why she was baking the cake. (Contributed) A worldwide prayer chain plus knowledgeable doctors and a caring nursing staff are just a few of things Sandy Buckner is thankful for and gives credit to for her being alive today. And, she is now a huge support...
CEO of Alomere Health shares good news on COVID front; vaccine is on its way. 3:37 pm, Dec. 11, 2020 × Alomere Health There is some good news coming from the COVID-19 front, according to Carl Vaagenes, Alomere Health. In early November, the hospital was performing up to 180 tests of COVID per day, he said, adding that it has significantly dropped off the last couple of weeks. “This is really good news on what the community spread looks like,” said Vaagenes during the Alomere Health Board meeting Friday, Dec. 11. He called it a positive trend, but also cautioned that it could c...