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COVID-19 Updates: July 7, 2021

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Minnesota Department of Health

July 7, 2021

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Minnesota Reaches 70% Vaccination Goal

Minnesota reached the goal set by President Biden and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to vaccinate 70% of the state's 18-and-older population with at least one dose by July 4. Minnesota was the second state in the Midwest to meet President Biden's goal.

The CDC COVID Data Tracker shows 3,045,012 Minnesotans age 18 years and older (70.2%) have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Minnesota is also leading the Midwest in the percentage of the overall population fully vaccinated.

Minnesota continues to make it easy for anyone who wants a shot to get one.

  • Over the next two weeks, the state and its partners are hosting more than 80 community vaccination events.
  • Walk-ins are accepted at all state COVID-19 Community Vaccination Program sites, including the two newest sites offering Johnson & Johnson to travelers and others at MSP International Airport.
  • Minnesotans can also Find Vaccine Locations close to them or visit Vaccines.gov.

Read the news release: Minnesota Reaches President Biden's 70% Vaccination Goal Before July 4.

70% vaccinated. Great job, Minnesota!

Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Materials

We are adding new videos, print materials, and translated documents often. Check out the pages below to view, download, or print these resources.

COVID-19 Translated Materials

Materials and Resources for COVID-19 Response

Videos for COVID-19 Response


The situation is changing rapidly. Visit Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) for the most up-to-date information and follow MDH on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram to stay informed.

What's New

Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Videos

Want more information about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine? Nathan Chomilo, MD, FAAP, and Adriana GalvΓ‘n chat about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause, vaccine safety, and why vaccines are important for our community.

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A Candid Conversation on the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine (YouTube)

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PSA - Johnson & Johnson is a One and Done Shot (YouTube)


For transcripts and more videos about COVID-19 vaccine, visit Videos for COVID-19 Response: COVID-19 vaccine.


Community Vaccination Site Recommendations

Equitable and accessible community vaccination opportunities assure a positive vaccination experience for all communities. For the full list of recommendations and considerations, visit Recommendations for Welcoming and Inclusive Vaccination Sites.

Authentically engage with communities
It is important to engage communities or people working with communities to plan for a vaccination event. Trust must be continually built and cultivated between communities, health care systems, and government.

Consider location for the vaccination event
Plan for community vaccination sites in neighborhood-based locations with access to public transportation where priority populations live, work, and play.

Recommendations for staff and volunteers
Site leads are responsible for leading vaccine event staff. Emphasize the importance of working as one team and the role of each person in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Foster a welcoming environment for the community
Creating privacy, respect, and "no barrier" environments are ways staff at the vaccination site can ensure a welcoming environment for anyone who comes in for a shot.

Ensure multilingual access for all
Communication and messaging should be available in languages of the focus communities and be accessible in multiple formats. Try to ensure that guests are not profiled to determine if they will have language needs, but that language access support (as well as literacy support) is offered to all.

Provide disability access
Community vaccination sites must be accessible and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant. Accessibility considerations include physical, cognitive, sensory, and technological.


Guidance and Resources

UPDATED:

NOTE: Look for an "Updated" date below guidance links on our website to know when the resource was last revised.

MDH COVID-19 Public Hotline

For questions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, call:

1-833-431-2053

Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.


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