As COVID-19 vaccine distribution ramped up this week, Oklahomans over 65 who received their first doses were hoping to do their part to end the pandemic and reconnect with loved ones.
Across the state, areas are moving into Phase 2 of Oklahoma’s vaccine distribution plan. A larger group of health care workers, emergency responders and those over 65 are now eligible to get their first doses.
For Norman resident Linda Dzialo, the vaccine will bring her experience with the virus full-circle.
“I lost my husband to COVID,” she said. “And I was hospitalized with COVID and almost died. So this is very meaningful to me. I’ve been living for this day.