Idaho COVID-19 Vaccinations Continue To Drop With Surplus On Hand

By Samantha Wright,

Gemma Gaudette

Published May 26, 2021 at 3:23 PM MDT

FILE - In this May 8, 2021, file photo, a health worker displays empty vials of COVID-19 vaccines in Gauhati, India. The disparities of the coronavirus pandemic were already stark in India, where access to health care is as stratified and unequal as other parts of its society. Now, the divide along the lines of wealth and technology are further widening that chasm, and many people are falling through the gaps as vaccines remain inaccessible to millions. (AP Photo/Anupam Nath, File)

Since beginning the vaccination program less than six months ago, the United States has fully vaccinated 50% of the country's adults. And vaccines in children 12 and older are also on the rise.

However, Idaho continues to be in the bottom tier of states when it comes to vaccination rates. Idaho Matters digs into this issue and answers your questions.

Our medical panel today:

Dr. David Pate, member of Idaho's coronavirus task force and former CEO of St. Luke's
Dr. Bart Hill, St. Luke's Vice President and Chief Quality Officer

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Samantha Wright

As Senior Producer of our live daily talk show Idaho Matters, I’m able to indulge my love of storytelling and share all kinds of information (I was probably a Town Crier in a past life!). My career has allowed me to learn something new everyday and to share that knowledge with all my friends on the radio.

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Gemma Gaudette

Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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