The first shipments of the COVID-19 vaccine arrived in South Carolina this past week, and many now feel that hope is on the horizon for some return to normalcy as this unusual year draws to a close.
During his news conference this week, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster provided a specific list that outlined the phases of the COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan and exactly who falls under each phase. Currently in Phase 1a of the distribution plan, medical workers and first responders will be the first to receive the vaccine. Click here for the list of who may get the vaccine at this time, and who will be in line for it in the following phases.
For comprehensive and up-to-date information about the COVID-19 vaccine, including frequently asked questions, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) provides a helpful resource. Click here to visit their website.
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