Thursday, Colorado Governor Jared Polis announced a significant COVID-19 milestone; the state now has more than two million fully vaccinated Coloradans. From a practical standpoint — this milestone can mean that more of us can enjoy this summer gathered with our loved ones, and many more of us can get out there without fear of COVID-19, to be part of our state economy.
In fact, the state’s message seems to be — get yourself vaccinated, then get out and enjoy more of life.
That two million number includes Coloradans who have received the Moderna, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. Currently, 2,674,623 people have received one dose, and 2,037,137 Coloradans are fully vaccinated.
The term “fully vaccinated” means those who are at least 15 days beyond receiving the second Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or 15 days after receiving the “one and done” Jansen/Johnson and Johnson vaccine. There are currently 4.7 million Coloradans, those 16 and older, who are eligible to receive the vaccine.
“I want to congratulate every Coloradan who has received their vaccine. Not only are you protecting yourself, but you’re powering the Colorado comeback and energizing our economy,” said Governor Jared Polis. “And for everyone who is still unvaccinated, I want you to know that getting the vaccine is free, quick, and easy. Make a plan today, and take the first step toward ending this pandemic and protecting your family.”
“Vaccinated Coloradans are experiencing the joy of safely seeing their grandparents again, or finally getting together with friends for dinner without the fear or guilt of endangering their lives,” added the governor. “There are even brighter days ahead Colorado, and this lifesaving vaccine is going to get us there.”
The State of Colorado has provided a variety of options for Coloradans to receive their vaccines. In addition to getting the vaccine through their local providers, Coloradans can visit one of the six Community Vaccination Sites around the state without needing an appointment, go to a clinic on one of the five mobile vaccination clinic routes, or stop by one of the community equity clinics hosted in partnership with community organizations in every corner of Colorado.
Here in Chaffee County, 53.3 percent of Chaffee County residents have been fully immunized with COVID-19 vaccine. Chaffee County adults over the age of 16 can receive their vaccinations at the links below. Pharmacies are getting small shipments of vaccines. Information will be posted on this online medium and on the county public health and hospital web pages.
http://chaffeecounty.org/Public-Health-Coronavirus
https://www.hrrmc.com/covid-19-updates/covid-19-vaccine/
Chaffee County pharmacies with vaccine clinics: Buena Vista Drug, LaGree’s in Buena Vista and Valley-Wide Health, Safeway, Salida Pharmacy
Community Vaccination Sites
- Adams County: Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. Sunday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Denver County: Ball Arena — Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday/Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- El Paso County: Broadmoor World Arena — Friday – Monday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Larimer County: The Ranch — Monday- Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Mesa County: Grand Junction Convention Center — Wednesday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Pueblo County: Colorado State Fairgrounds — Monday – Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Coloradans can view the schedule for the mobile vaccination clinics at www.mobilevax.us and can find a local provider in their county at covid19.colorado.gov/vaccine.
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