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Are You Still Deciding Whether You’ll Get A COVID-19 Vaccine? We Want To Hear From You
COVID-19 vaccine is stored at -80 degrees celsius in the pharmacy at Roseland Community Hospital in Chicago.
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Let’s talk about the COVID-19 vaccines.
When the free shots were first made available in Southern California, demand was high. Lines were long. To get an appointment, you had to be eligible because of your age or occupation — and have enough time to navigate a complicated booking process. And there weren’t enough doses for everyone who wanted one (or two).
But even though all Californians 16+ are now eligible for the shots — and soon, 12-15 year olds might be too — demand has dropped. There are more shots available now, but fewer people are getting them.
I want to understand why — and I need your help.
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