Ask Dr. Echols focuses on the new COVID-19 vaccination group that has been activated. The new group is Phase 1B Tier 3. Residents questions revolved around the individuals now eligible to receive the vaccine.
This questions asked this week were:
(00:14) Betsy from 63115 asked, "Who will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine once Phase 1B Tier 3 is activated?"
(00:58) Tonya from 63147 asked, "How will the city prioritize vaccinations once the new groups of people in Phase 1B Tier 3 become eligible to receive vaccinations?
(1:43) L Liz from 63110 asked, "School systems have required principals, teachers, and school staff to return to their building to offer virtual or in-person learning. Why haven't these educators and support staff in St. Louis been eligible to receive the vaccine yet?"
To have your question answered by Dr. Echols, send an email to: health@stlouis-mo.gov. Or send a letter to: City of St. Louis Department of Health 1520 Market Street Room 4041 St. Louis, MO 63103-
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