RENO COUNTY - In support of National Nurses Day, which is May 6th, the Reno County Health Department would like to say THANK YOU to the many nurses who have assisted the Health Department, and other community partners, with caring for patients throughout the Pandemic.
Nurses play an integral role in teaching healthy lifestyles and in prevention of illness, along with serving on the front lines in dealing with the virus. Nurses both current and retired came out to assist in administering the COVID-19 vaccine. Their dedication is greatly appreciated and has led to thirty-five percent of Reno County residents receiving at least one dose of a vaccine.
The Reno County Medical Collaborative hopes even more will get vaccinated and reminds community members to be vigilant in mitigation measures such as social distancing, mask wearing, and sanitizing hands. Those measures along with vaccinating are the best defense against contracting COVID-19.
The Reno County Health Department, 209 W. 2nd, is accepting walk-ins for the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccine during normal operating hours. To check availability of other vaccines and locations, visit vaccinefinder.org. The vaccine is free to any one over the age of 16, regardless of citizen status or insurance, anywhere it is offered.
For more information on the vaccine, visit www.renogov.org/741/COVID-19. To schedule a FREE ride to and from any of the vaccination sites, call RCAT at 620-694-2913.