Dr. Chad Smelser, a medical epidemiologist with the New Mexico Department of Health, explains how the state is responding to federal changes that made getting a vaccine in New Mexico more difficult.

KC Counts:

I can only imagine that a lot of people have had the experience that I personally have had with multiple people I know and care about getting COVID-19. And as we're waiting for this new vaccine to come out, we get news that we may not have access to it. So, I'd like for you to just say, and I know things change quickly, but as of now, who in New Mexico is able to get a COVID-19 vaccine?

Dr. Chad Smelser:

Sure, and that's a great question. The Department of Health, and especially with the backing of the FDA for safety and effectiveness of the vaccine, strongly recommend that New M

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