By Shannon Klatt

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (CVH) – As of today, May 27th, 2021, 50% of all Stutsman County residents have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine.

In Stutsman County, 15,829 total COVID vaccinations have been given. Central Valley Health District (CVHD) reports that vaccinations continue to be administered in the county by the enrolled providers including public health, pharmacies, congregate living agencies, and other healthcare facilities.

Robin Iszler, CVHD Unit Administrator, says they continue to assist those wanting to be vaccinated and want to reduce any barriers that would prevent them from doing so. Those who are homebound, lack transportation, have trouble using a computer to make an appointment, etc., are encouraged to call CVHD at 252-8130 to be assisted. Home visits may be arranged and are available to those in need by CVHD staff.

Vaccine hesitancy continues to be present in the community. CVHD has not reported any serious adverse side effects or reactions in their 9,917 COVID vaccinations administered. Residents are encouraged to get vaccinated. The vaccine is proven to prevent the spread of the virus to others and can prevent long term damage to the body resulting from the disease.

Iszler added the efforts of the community and officials helped make working through the pandemic better than it could have been.

CVHD has 3 types of vaccine available including: Pfizer, Johnson and Johnson, and Moderna. Upcoming vaccination clinics are available on the CVHD website at www.centralvalleyhealth.org. Participants who cannot register themselves for an appointment are encouraged to call CVHD at 252-8130 for assistance.

A Pfizer vaccination clinic for those 12 and older is available on June 8th from 2:00 – 4:00pm at the Jamestown Civic Center and currently has available appointments.