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Wondering when you can get the Covid vaccine in Kansas? Check out this blog post for all the latest information on the vaccine rollout in the state.
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Introduction
According to the latest information from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), the first doses of the Covid vaccine will be available to health care workers and long-term care facility residents in Phase 1A of the state’s vaccine distribution plan. The KDHE plans to move through the phases in a tiered approach, with priority groups receiving the vaccine first.
Kansas’ Vaccination Plan
The state of Kansas has released their vaccination plan for the coronavirus. The plan is to vaccinate all adults by the end of June. The state will start with vaccinating health care workers and people over the age of 65. Then they will move on to essential workers and people with underlying health conditions. The rest of the population will be vaccinated as supplies become available.
Phase 1
The first phase of Kansas’ vaccine distribution plan will focus on vaccinating health care workers and long-term care residents. These groups were identified by the Kansas Vaccine Prioritization Workgroup as being at the highest risk for contracting COVID-19 and experiencing serious complications from the virus.
Phase 2
On February 8, 2021, Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announced that all Kansans ages 65 and older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine beginning February 10, 2021. KDHE will continue to provide updates on future phases of the vaccination plan.
Phase 3
As of March 29, 2021, all adults in Kansas are eligible to receive the Covid-19 vaccine. With vaccine supply increasing and more Kansans becoming eligible for vaccination, it is important to know where you can go to get vaccinated.
You can get vaccinated at a mass vaccination clinic, your doctor’s office, a pharmacy, or any other location that offers vaccines. You can also make an appointment through the Kansas Vaccination Portal.
The state of Kansas has also set up a Vaccination Call Center to help answer questions about the vaccine and direct you to where you can get vaccinated. The number for the call center is 1-866-512-5863 and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Where to Get the Vaccine in Kansas
The vaccine is currently available to people who are 65 years and older, healthcare workers, and people with certain health conditions. You can get the vaccine at your local health department, doctor’s office, or pharmacy. To find out where to get the vaccine, call your local health department or visit their website.
Kansas City
The best place to get the Covid vaccine in Kansas City is at a clinic that specializes in administering vaccines. There are many of these clinics located throughout the city, and they offer a variety of services to help you get the vaccine you need. You can find a list of these clinics on the Kansas City Department of Health website.
Wichita
You can get the coronavirus vaccine in Wichita at the following locations:
-Ascension Via Christi St. Francis,ong> 1001 N. Buckeye Ave.
-KansasCare Clinic,1914 E. First St., Suite 100
-Kansas Heart Hospital, 3333 N. Webb Road, Suite 100
-Wichita Public Schools – West High School, 2031 W. Douglas Ave.
Topeka
The Shawnee County Health Department is currently vaccinating people in Phase 2 of the state’s vaccine distribution plan.
People in the following groups are eligible to receive the vaccine:
-People age 65 and older
-Frontline essential workers, including first responders, grocery store employees, teachers and childcare providers
-Correctional officers and inmates
-People ages 16-64 with certain medical conditions that put them at a higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19.
group 4 People who live or work in congregate settings, such as shelters, group homes or congregate care facilities.
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Who is Eligible for the Vaccine in Kansas?
If you live in Kansas, you may be wondering when you will be able to get the covid vaccine. The state has released a schedule for who will be eligible for the vaccine and when. The first group to be eligible are health care workers and long term care facility residents.
Phase 1
As of March 29th, anyone 16 years of age and older are eligible for the vaccine in the state of Kansas.
Phase 2
Phase 2 of the Kansas vaccination plan includes people age 65 and older, essential workers not yet vaccinated in Phase 1 and people with certain medical conditions. Those with certain medical conditions include cancer, chronic kidney disease, COPD, heart conditions, immunocompromised state from solid organ transplant, sickle cell disease and type 2 diabetes.
Phase 3
Phase 3 of the state’s vaccine distribution plan includes:
-People aged 65 and older
-Essential workers in certain industries, including food and agriculture, manufacturing, utility workers, grocery store employees and public transit workers
-Correctional facility staff and residents
-Childcare staff
-People with underlying medical conditions that put them at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19
Conclusion
The last group eligible for the vaccine are people with underlying health conditions and those over the age of 65. If you fall into this category, you should contact your local health department to find out when you can get the vaccine.
