This past Saturday, Bethel and Redding held their second COVID-19 vaccine clinic.  Another 300 residents in the 75 and over age group received vaccinations. Staff continues to contact preregistered residents in this group this week to schedule appointments for when the next shipment of vaccines arrive. 

The Bethel COVID-19 vaccine clinic is being supplied the Moderna vaccine. Residents are monitored by medical personnel for at least 15 minutes after receiving the injection. To date there have been no adverse reactions or side effects with this vaccine. 

69-percent of Redding residents over the age of 75 have received their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.  Health Director Doug Hartline says the clinic site, run in conjunction with the Town of Bethel, is spacious, safe, and favorable for those in this age group. Redding has been calling and making appointments for those who pre-registered on the Redding website. 

The sign up is now open for those who are 65 and up.  Redding will soon be using the Redding Community Center for clinics.