State Health Commissioner Urges Hoosiers to Continue Precautions during Spring Break Travel

State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box demonstrates how to put on a face mask during a COVID-19 briefing in 2020.

Indiana’s state health commissioner is urging Hoosiers not to let their guards down when traveling for spring break. Dr. Kris Box says it’s important to wear a mask and take the same precautions you do at home, when you go out of state.

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Hoosiers May Have to Wait Longer for Vaccine Appointments As Eligibility Expands

Indiana plans to expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to anyone 16 and older next Wednesday, but it might take a while before they actually get the vaccine. The increase in eligible Hoosiers will likely exceed the increase in available doses next week, but State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box says she expects the state to have enough vaccine for everyone who wants it by May.

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FSSA Working to Vaccinate Homeless Hoosiers, Those with Developmental Disabilities

FSSA Sec. Dr. Jennifer Sullivan takes part in a COVID-19 press conference on Mar. 24.

Efforts are underway to make sure Hoosiers experiencing homelessness aren’t left out of the vaccine distribution. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration Secretary Dr. Jennifer Sullivan says the state has been connecting shelters with local health departments, hospitals, and health centers.

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