The first doses of the new Moderna vaccine have arrived in the state.
“The state of Maine anticipates receiving 24,200 doses of this Moderna vaccine for use in health care settings and by first responders all across the state,” says Maine CDC’s director, Dr. Nirav Shah.
Maine CDC director Dr. Nirav Shah says he’s glad the four-star Army general overseeing the mass distribution of coronavirus vaccine is taking responsibility for shipment reductions that have delayed vaccinations for some residents and staff at long-term care facilities.