TULSA — The federal agency that provides health care to Native Americans said Friday it will receive more than enough vaccines to protect all the people working in hospitals and clinics, including doctors, nurses and support staff.
The agency submitted a plan to vaccinate more than 2 million Native Americans and Alaska Natives.
They expect to receive 22,425 doses of the Pfizer vaccine next week and 46,000 doses of the Moderna vaccine before the end of the year.
The first in line for vaccinations within the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma includes hospital workers, first responders, and participants and workers in the Cherokee Elder Program.
Those whose first language is Cherokee and others considered tribal treasures would follow.
Cox Media Group