The information below is current as of April 5, 2021.
Distribution and Prioritization
The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) hosts regular meetings of the Expert Vaccine Allocation Panel (EVAP). Find details below and check this DSHS webpage for updates.
- Record 2.5 Million Doses Coming to Texas: Another 1,094,920 first doses of COVID-19 vaccine will be delivered to 2,011 facilities across Texas this week, along with more than 900,000 doses to be delivered directly from the federal government to pharmacies and federally qualified health centers, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) said. The state also has ordered 626,290 doses intended as the second dose. Read more information.
- New Travel Guidance for Fully Vaccinated People: People who are fully vaccinated no longer need to get tested or quarantine before or after traveling, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in updated travel guidance released late last week. People who are not yet vaccinated should continue to stay home and quarantine for seven days after travel and get tested three to five days after returning, CDC said. Read more information.
- Webinar to Focus on Latest Vaccine Information: If you would like more information on COVID-19 vaccines, join the American Medical Association for a webinar featuring Peter Marks, MD, director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research at the Food and Drug Administration; and AMA President Susan R. Bailey, MD. The webinar is set for 2 to 3 pm (CT) Thursday, April 13. Register online.
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April 05, 2021
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April 05, 2021