THE VALUED VOICE

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) COVID-19 immunization leaders have created resources for providers and consumers with information on the state’s expected shipment of COVID-19 vaccines from the federal government. This week, DHS officials reminded hospitals and health systems that plan to vaccinate health care workers in Phase 1a of the program to enroll through the DHS Vaccinator website. The deadline to enroll is Nov. 25.
 
In addition to critical information about the vaccine campaign, the site includes a link to weekly update webinars each Tuesday from 9 -9:30 a.m. Central Time. The webinars are hosted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and DHS officials, bringing everyone up to date information about vaccine storage and administration plans, and answers questions from providers. Additionally, DHS has set up a a vaccination information website specifically directed to consumers.
 
WHA attends each weekly call and is ready to assist members with any questions or concerns. For more information, contact WHA Chief Quality Officer Beth Dibbert.