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Abbott Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan

With Governors across the United States making announcements regarding the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines and whether or not they will comply with a state lockdown, Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) is the most recent Governor to announce what his plans are in terms of distributing the COVID-19 vaccine to Texans.

In a statement, Abbot commented that “these guiding principles established by the Expert. Vaccine Allocation Panel will ensure that the State of Texas swiftly distributes the COVID-19 vaccine to Texans who voluntarily choose to be immunized.” Moreover, he clarified that “this foundation for the allocation process will help us mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in our communities, protect the most vulnerable Texans, and safeguard crucial state resources.”

Governor Abbott announced that COVID-19 vaccines will be allocated based on the following criteria:

 

  • Protecting health care workers who fill a critical role in caring for and preserving the lives of COVID-19 patients and maintaining the health care infrastructure for all who need it.
  • Protecting frontline workers who are at greater risk of contracting COVID-19 due to the nature of their work providing critical services and preserving the economy.
  • Protecting vulnerable populations who are at greater risk of severe disease and death if they contract COVID-19.
  • Mitigating health inequities due to factors such as demographics, poverty, insurance status and geography.
  • Data-driven allocations using the best available scientific evidence and epidemiology at the time, allowing for flexibility for local conditions.
  • Geographic diversity through a balanced approach that considers access in urban and rural communities and in affected ZIP codes.
  • Transparency through sharing allocations with the public and seeking public feedback.

 

Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina is an award-winning senior reporter based in Miami. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Florida International University.

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