With Arizona months into its COVID-19 vaccination efforts, demand seems to be leveling off with supply and the focus is turning toward community health organizations to reach underserved populations.
The Arizona Department of Health Services has continued a steady rollout of state-run vaccination sites, with the latest one opening at WestWorld in Scottsdale. Vaccines also are easier to access than ever, thanks to last week’s announcement that health care providers and doctor’s offices registered with ADHS can now administer doses on their own. Pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens have also stepped in to help the cause.
“Demand for vaccination has slowed as of late, suggesting that supply is coming closer to demand,” said Steve Elliott, spokesman for ADHS. “For added convenience, ADHS no longer requires appointments at state vaccination sites. ADHS is complementing efforts by Maricopa County, including community-based pop-up clinics, with an intensive outreach effort in underserved areas, including portions of south and southwest Phoenix, Mesa and Yuma County.”
