Weekly Vaccine Update

February 12, 2021

Dear Friends,

Our communities are facing challenges accessing the COVID-19 vaccine. As a physician and your representative in Congress, I am working day in and day out to secure the vaccines and resources we need to protect our health and end this pandemic as quickly and safely as possible.

Vaccine Distribution Solutions

This week, CVS Health heeded my calls to bring more vaccines to our district. After I wrote a letter to their CEO, the retail pharmacy announced that local pharmacies will now administer the COVID-19 vaccine in our communities. Find out more here.

Increased vaccine supply in our district is critical to defeating this virus. That's why I'm also advocating to bring a FEMA supported vaccination clinic, vaccines, mobile clinics, and additional health care personnel to our region and am advocating for more funds for our local health centers.

It is unacceptable that seniors, essential workers, and high-risk CA-36 residents have faced barriers to receiving the vaccine. I will continue fighting on your behalf to eliminate these obstacles, and bring more vaccines and resources to our district.

Sincerely,

Raul Ruiz, M.D.
Member of Congress