February 1, 2021
Alaska tribal vaccine eligibility policy causes frustration
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Differences in coronavirus vaccine eligibility between Alaska's state and tribal systems has resulted in frustration among some who are waiting to receive the shots.
Anchorage’s main tribal health provider is vaccinating employees of its affiliated for-profit company and nonprofit organizations without regard to race, age or vulnerability, Alaska Public Media reported Saturday.
Some teachers, people with underlying conditions and others and others awaiting shots from the